peacock

IPA: pˈikɑk

noun

  • A male peafowl, especially Pavo cristatus, notable for its brilliant iridescently ocellated tail.
  • A peafowl (of the genus Pavo or Afropavo), either male or female.
  • A vainglorious person [from the 14th c.].
  • (entomology) Any of various Asian species of papilionid butterflies of the genus Papilio.
  • A surname transferred from the nickname.
  • A township in Lake County, Michigan, United States.
  • An unincorporated community in Stonewall County, Texas, United States.

verb

  • (intransitive) To strut about proudly or haughtily.
  • (intransitive) To engage in peacocking, ostentatious dress or behaviour to impress women.
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