How is the phrase lisser ses plumes translated from French to English

English translation
Preen
verb

Nettoyer ses plumes, ou admirer son propre aspect.

To clean feathers, or admire your own looks.

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  • L'oiseau lissait ses plumes sur la branche. — The bird preened on the branch.

  • Les canards lissent leurs plumes après chaque baignade. — The ducks preen after every swim.

  • Pourquoi le perroquet lisse-t-il ses plumes si longtemps ? — Why does the parrot preen its feathers so long?

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