Peafowl

/ˈpiːfaʊl/
noun

A large bird from the pheasant family, the males are known for their iridescent blue-green plumage and large tail feathers.

The male peafowl displayed its colorful feathers in a grand display to attract the attention of the females.
Visual representation of "peafowl" - A large bird from the pheasant family, the males are known for their iridescent blue-green plumage and large tail feathers.

Often appears as...

  • indian peafowl
  • green peafowl
noun

A symbol for beauty and pride, often used in literature and art.

The artist used a peafowl in her painting as a symbol of beauty and magnificence.
Visual representation of "peafowl" - A symbol for beauty and pride, often used in literature and art.

Often appears as...

  • peafowl symbolism
  • peafowl in literature

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Literary

noun

A large bird from the pheasant family, the males are known for their iridescent blue-green plumage and large tail feathers.

The male peafowl displayed its colorful feathers in a grand display to attract the attention of the females.
Visual representation of "peafowl" - A large bird from the pheasant family, the males are known for their iridescent blue-green plumage and large tail feathers.

Often appears as...

  • indian peafowl
  • green peafowl
noun

A symbol for beauty and pride, often used in literature and art.

The artist used a peafowl in her painting as a symbol of beauty and magnificence.
Visual representation of "peafowl" - A symbol for beauty and pride, often used in literature and art.

Often appears as...

  • peafowl symbolism
  • peafowl in literature

Usage tips

Literary

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Gender Specific

The term 'peafowl' is gender-neutral, but 'peacock' specifically refers to the male.

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Both peacocks and peahens are types of peafowl.
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Visual Splendor

When describing peafowl, emphasize their striking appearance and the male's display.

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The peafowl spread his feathers, shimmering in the sunlight.
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Habitat Context

Mention the natural habitat of peafowl to enhance the natural imagery in description.

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Peafowl roamed the dense forests, adding color to the greenery.
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Gender Specific

The term 'peafowl' is gender-neutral, but 'peacock' specifically refers to the male.

Illustration for Gender Specific
Both peacocks and peahens are types of peafowl.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Visual Splendor

When describing peafowl, emphasize their striking appearance and the male's display.

Illustration for Visual Splendor
The peafowl spread his feathers, shimmering in the sunlight.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Habitat Context

Mention the natural habitat of peafowl to enhance the natural imagery in description.

Illustration for Habitat Context
Peafowl roamed the dense forests, adding color to the greenery.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Gender Specific

The term 'peafowl' is gender-neutral, but 'peacock' specifically refers to the male.

Illustration for Gender Specific
Both peacocks and peahens are types of peafowl.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Visual Splendor

When describing peafowl, emphasize their striking appearance and the male's display.

Illustration for Visual Splendor
The peafowl spread his feathers, shimmering in the sunlight.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Habitat Context

Mention the natural habitat of peafowl to enhance the natural imagery in description.

Illustration for Habitat Context
Peafowl roamed the dense forests, adding color to the greenery.
Visual representation of the word "Peafowl"

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