peacock
noun/ˈpiˌkɑk/
Frequency rank: #8,227 most common English word
Meaning
A large male bird known for its brilliant blue-green plumage and spectacular fan-shaped tail.
Example sentence
The colorful peacock spread its feathers wide to impress the watching crowd.
Synonyms & related words
- peafowl
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