pavonine Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pav"o*nine adjective

Etymology

L. pavoninus, fr. pavo a peacock. See Peacock.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) Like, or pertaining to, the genus Pavo.
2. Characteristic of a peacock; resembling the tail of a peacock, as in colors; iridescent. P. Cleaveland.