verb Internet Slang

peacocking

PEE-kok-ing · verb · slang

Dressing flashily or showing off to attract romantic attention.

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Definitions

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Deliberately standing out with bold clothing, accessories, or behavior to draw the eye of potential partners, much like a peacock displaying its feathers.

“He wore a bright fur coat to the bar, full peacocking mode.”
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peacocking In A Sentence

He wore a bright fur coat to the bar, full peacocking mode.

Origin & Usage

From male peacocks fanning their plumage to attract mates; popularized by pickup-artist culture.

People Also Ask

What does 'peacocking' mean?

It's deliberately dressing flashily or showing off with bold clothing and behaviour to draw romantic attention, like a peacock fanning its feathers.

Where does 'peacocking' come from?

From male peacocks displaying their plumage to attract mates; it was popularised by pickup-artist culture.

How do you peacock?

By wearing eye-catching, standout clothing or accessories designed to make you noticed by potential partners.

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