"Proud as a" bird Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. European butterfly having reddish-brown wings each marked with a purple eyespot
2. male peafowl; having a crested head and very large fanlike tail marked with iridescent eyes or spots

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PROUD (adjective)
1. having or displaying great dignity or nobility
2. feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
BIRD (noun)
1. informal terms for a (young) woman
2. badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers
BIRD (verb)
1. watch and study birds in their natural habitat

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