peacock

/ˈpiːkɒk//ˈpikɑk/

noun

  1. 1

    A male peafowl, especially Pavo cristatus, notable for its brilliant iridescently ocellated tail.

  2. 2

    A peafowl (of the genus Pavo or Afropavo), either male or female.

  3. 3

    A vainglorious person .

  4. 4

    Any of various Asian species of papilionid butterflies of the genus Papilio.

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verb

  1. 1

    To strut about proudly.

  2. 2

    To engage in peacocking, ostentatious dress or behaviour to impress women.

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