Peacock (noun)

1. A large, colorful bird of the pheasant family, with a distinctive train of long, iridescent feathers on its back, which it can spread to form a distinctive fan-like shape.
2. A man who is vain and showy in his dress or manners.

Origin:

Old english pācoc, from pāpa + cocc "cock".

Examples:

1. The peacock spread its tail feathers to display its colorful plumage.
2. The peacock's call is a loud, piercing screech.
3. He was a peacock, always preening and showing off.
4. The garden had a beautiful peacock sculpture.
5. The peacock's tail feathers are used in traditional Indian and Chinese art.