Preen and Sling

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Preen verb - Clean with one's bill.

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Sling and preen are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sling" instead a verb "Preen".

Nearby Word: preening

Sling verb - To place on an elevated point without support from below.

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Preen and sling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Preen" instead a verb "Sling".

Nearby Word: slinging

preen feathers

sling feathers

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