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Webster 1913 Edition
Pavonine
1.
(Zool.)
Like, or pertaining to, the genus Pavo.
2.
Characteristic of a peacock; resembling the tail of a peacock, as in colors; iridescent.
P. Cleaveland.
Webster 1828 Edition
Pavonine
PAV'ONINE
,Adj.
Resembling the tail of a peacock; iridescent.
Definition 2024
pavonine
pavonine
English
Adjective
pavonine (comparative more pavonine, superlative most pavonine)
- Of or pertaining to the genus Pavo or its family Pavonidae, including the peafowl.
- Possessing the coloring or iridescence of a peacock feather.
- Resembling the tail of a peacock.
Translations
of or pertaining to the genus Pavo
possessing the coloring or iridescence of a peacock feather
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Noun
pavonine (uncountable)
- Tarnish found on some ores and metals which resembles the tail feathers of a peacock.
- Any bird from the family Pavonidae.