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peacock
UK
/ˈpiː.kɒk/
US
/ˈpi.kɑk/
peacocks
pl
UK
/ˈpiː.kɒk/
US
/ˈpi.kɑk/
Translations
The peacock spread its colorful feathers.
Павлин расправил свои красочные перья.
Definitions
A peacock was calling loudly as it spread its brilliant tail in the courtyard.
He was such a peacock, always boasting about his achievements at every opportunity.
peacocked
Past Simple
peacocked
Past Participle
peacocking
Gerund
UK
/ˈpiːkɒk/
US
/ˈpiːkɑːk/
Translations
He likes to peacock around the office, showing off his new suit.
Он любит важничать в офисе, показывая свой новый костюм.
Additional translations
Definitions
He loves to peacock around the office, always boasting about his latest achievements.
She peacocked her designer handbag at the party to make sure everyone noticed.
more peacock
Comp.
most peacock
Super.
UK
/ˈpiːkɒk/
US
/ˈpiːkɑːk/
Used attributively to denote a blue-green colour or iridescent quality reminiscent of a peacock’s plumage.
Definitions
She chose a peacock dress that shimmered under the ballroom lights.
His peacock outfit drew all eyes the moment he walked into the hall.
Definitions
Edward Peacock was a noted 19th-century antiquarian.
The new comedy series will be released exclusively on Peacock next month.