peacock blue

noun

: a moderate greenish blue

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The rich red hue is ideal for fall, but the army green, peacock blue, dusty blue, and dragonfruit colors would also work against an autumnal backdrop. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025 Pick up a pair in one of the many neutrals available, or opt for a more exciting color like the stunning peacock blue. Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025 The menswear offering will feature bold and masculine colors such as burgundy, gray, camel, cognac, chocolate, peacock blue, cream and military green. Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025 With a high color payoff and an adhesive formulation that keeps the lids sparkling for hours, the shadows come in glittering shades of peacock blue, gold, and a mermaid-like mix of purple and teal. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for peacock blue

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of peacock blue was in 1881

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“Peacock blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peacock%20blue. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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