peacock
nounmasculine/pɐˈvɐ̃w̃/medium
pa·vão
Definition
A large gallinaceous bird (especially the species Pavo cristatus), known for the male's long, colourful tail which it fans out in display.
The peacock displayed its magnificent tail feathers.
We heard the distinctive call of a peacock.
Idiomatic expressions
- proud as a peacock (very vain)
Etymology
Do latim 'pavo, pavonis'.