noun
- plural of peafowl; large colorful birds native to Asia, the males of which have long ornamental tail feathers
Usage: less common plural form; ‘peafowl’ is typically used as both singular and plural
Examples
- The zoo’s collection includes several peafowls from different regions.
- Peafowls are known for their spectacular mating displays.
- The garden was home to a small flock of peafowls.
- These peafowls originated from the forests of India.
- The peafowls strutted across the lawn with their tails spread wide.