It means very haughty
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Proud like a peacock proud like a lottery winner proud like a multi-billionnaire Proud like a parent
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No. The female peacock doesn't need to contest for mates, as she is the one picking her mate. Likewise, the peacock strut is limited to males.
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It basically means you're really proud and showing off, because it's a comparison to the way a peacock opens out its feathers for everyone to see and admire and to show off to female peacocks
A peacock is a bird with brilliantly colored feathers which likes to show those off. A peacock is also a slang term meaning a person similar to a peacock. They would dress in fancy clothes and show them off. They would also be proud and vain.
The phrase "proud as a peacock" refers to someone who is very proud or boastful, often displaying their achievements or appearance with great confidence, much like a peacock flaunts its colorful feathers. "Pert as a sparrow," on the other hand, describes someone who is lively, sprightly, and perhaps a bit cheeky or bold in demeanor, similar to the quick and active nature of a sparrow. Together, these expressions convey a sense of vibrant confidence and spirited attitude.