Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pavone

verb

puh-VOHN

Definition

To strut or show off in a confident and ostentatious manner, often in a way that draws attention.

Examples

She began to pavone around the stage, captivating the audience with her charisma.
In his new role, he would often pavone at company events, drawing everyone’s eye.

Meaning

The term is derived from the Latin word ‘pavonem’, which means peacock, alluding to someone who flaunts their attributes like a peacock displays its feathers.