Meaning of the word peacock in English
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peacock
US /ˈpiː.kɑːk/
UK /ˈpiː.kɑːk/
Noun
1.
a large male bird of the pheasant family, native to India and Sri Lanka, having a fan-like crest and a magnificent tail with iridescent eyespots, which it can spread erect like a fan.
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The male peacock displayed its beautiful tail feathers.
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A group of peacocks roamed freely in the garden.
2.
a vain or ostentatious person
Example:
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He struts around like a peacock, showing off his new suit.
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She's a real peacock when it comes to fashion.
Verb
1.
to behave in an ostentatious or vain manner; to show off
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He tends to peacock around when he's trying to impress someone.
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Don't just peacock around; actually contribute to the project.
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