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Uncommonpeacock
The correct spelling is peacock.
How to pronounce peacock
/ˈpiːkɒk/
nounIPA: /ˈpiːkɒk/
Say it like: Pee-cok
The correct spelling is peacock. A male peafowl, especially Pavo cristatus, notable for its brilliant iridescently ocellated tail.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A male peafowl, especially Pavo cristatus, notable for its brilliant iridescently ocellated tail.
- 2.A peafowl (of the genus Pavo or Afropavo), either male or female.
- 3.A vainglorious person .
- 4.Any of various Asian species of papilionid butterflies of the genus Papilio.
verb
- 1.To strut about proudly.
- 2.To engage in peacocking, ostentatious dress or behaviour to impress women.
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