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peacock

/ˈpiːkɒk/ /ˈpikɑk/

Meanings
noun
A male peafowl, especially Pavo cristatus, notable for its brilliant iridescently ocellated tail.

Examples :

"The peacock strutted around the park, displaying his colorful tail feathers to attract a mate. "
animal bird nature appearance

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achievements noun

/əˈt͡ʃiːvmənts/

The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment

"Her academic achievements earned her a scholarship to college. "

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displaying verb

/dɪsˈpleɪ.ɪŋ/

To show conspicuously; to exhibit; to demonstrate; to manifest.

"The store was displaying new winter coats in the window. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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constantly adverb

/ˈkɒnstəntli/

With steadfastness; with resolve; in loyalty, faithfully.

"My brother constantly helps his younger sister with her homework, demonstrating his steadfast loyalty and support. "

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butterfly noun

/ˈbʌtə(ɹ)flaɪ/ [ˈbʌɾɚflaɪ] [ˈbʌtəflaɪ]

A flying insect of the order Lepidoptera, distinguished from moths by their diurnal activity and generally brighter colouring.

"A beautiful butterfly fluttered around the garden flowers. "

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butterflies noun

/ˈbʌtərˌflaɪz/ /ˈbʌtərflaɪz/

(by ellipsis) butterflies in one's stomach

"Before her presentation, she had butterflies, hoping she wouldn't forget anything. "

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vainglorious adjective

/ˌveɪnˈɡlɔː.ɹi.əs/

With excessive vanity or unwarranted pride.

"After winning the local singing contest, Mark became quite vainglorious, constantly bragging about his "natural talent" and refusing to listen to any advice. "

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papilionid noun

/pəˈpɪliənɪd/

Any butterfly of the family Papilionidae

"The vibrant swallowtail, a beautiful example of a papilionid, fluttered through the garden. "

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brilliant noun

/ˈbɹɪljənt/

A finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, cut in a particular form with numerous facets so as to maximize light return through the top (called "table") of the stone.

"The jeweler carefully examined the brilliant, admiring its dazzling sparkle. "

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beautiful noun

/ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

Someone who is beautiful. Can be used as a term of address.

"Hey, beautiful!"

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ostentatious adjective

/ˌɒs.tənˈteɪ.ʃəs/

Of ostentation.

"The student's new shoes were ostentatious, with bright, flashing colors and oversized buckles. "

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ocellated adjective

/ˈɒsɪleɪtɪd/ /ˈɑːsəleɪtɪd/

Of, pertaining to, resembling or having an ocellus.

"The ocellated turkey has an eye-shaped spot on its tail feathers."