to groom oneself, particularly in relation to birds

to take pride in oneself or one's achievements

अपने आप या अपनी उपलब्धियों पर गर्व करना

English Usage: He preened before his friends, showing off his new car.

Hindi Usage: वह अपने दोस्तों के सामने अपने नए कार का प्रदर्शन करते हुए गर्वित हुआ।

the act of grooming or cleaning oneself, particularly in birds

excessive self-satisfaction or self-admiration

अति आत्मसंतोष या आत्मप्रशंसा

English Usage: His constant preening in the mirror suggested a deep vanity.

Hindi Usage: आईने में उसकी निरंतर आत्मप्रशंसा अति आत्मसंतोष का संकेत देती है।