popinjay
A popinjay is a brightly colored parrot, particularly one that is trained to mimic speech. The term is often used in a somewhat archaic or literary context, suggesting a bird that is more ornamental than practical. Historically, trained parrots were popular as pets and symbols of wealth and status. Their ability to "talk" or repeat phrases was a source of amusement and fascination.
The word "popinjay" can also be used metaphorically to describe a vain or conceited person, especially one
In some historical contexts, particularly in falconry, a popinjay was a target used for archery practice. This