peacock
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Noun — A male peafowl, especially known for its long, iridescent, fan-shaped tail.
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Etymology
From Middle English pecok, combining pea (an old word for peafowl, from Latin pavo) with cock ("male bird").
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What does “peacock” mean?
The word “peacock” means a male peafowl, especially known for its long, iridescent, fan-shaped tail. In plain terms, the showy male peafowl, or — as slang — someone who dresses or behaves to draw attention.
How do you pronounce “peacock”?
“Peacock” is pronounced PEE-kok (/ˈpikɑk/ in IPA).
How do you use “peacock” in a sentence?
Here is “peacock” used in a sentence: “The peacock spread its tail feathers to attract a mate.”
What is another word for “peacock”?
Words with a similar meaning to “peacock” include peafowl.
What part of speech is “peacock”?
Depending on how it is used, “peacock” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “peacock” come from?
The word “peacock” comes from Latin. From Middle English pecok, combining pea (an old word for peafowl, from Latin pavo) with cock ("male bird").
Is “peacock” a common word?
“Peacock” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “peacock” have?
“Peacock” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male peafowl, especially known for its long, iridescent, fan-shaped tail.