[{"Bold_text": "verb (used with object)", "List Items": ["(of animals, especially birds) to trim or dress (feathers, fur, etc.) with the beak or tongue:The peacock preened itself on the lawn.", "to dress (oneself ) carefully or smartly; primp:The king preened himself in his elaborate ceremonial robes.", "to pride (oneself ) on an achievement, personal quality, etc.:He preened himself on having graduated with honors."]}, {"Bold_text": "verb (used without object)", "List Items": ["to make oneself appear striking or smart in dress or appearance:No amount of careful preening will compensate for poor posture.", "to be exultant or proud."]}, {"Bold_text": "noun", "List Items": ["a pin or brooch."]}]