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cock Definition and Meaning in English (cock definition)

noun
Synonyms:roosterchanticleer
Quick Answer • Definition

Cock definition: A male chicken, especially one kept for breeding.

Definitions of Cock

  1. 1noun

    A male chicken, especially one kept for breeding.

  2. 2noun

    A device for controlling the flow of a liquid or gas from a pipe or container.

  3. 3verb

    To prepare a firearm for firing by pulling back the hammer.

Example Sentences

casual

“The cock crowed loudly at dawn.”

casual

“Please turn off the water cock after use.”

formal

“He quickly cocked his rifle, ready to fire.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensecocked
past participlecocked
present participlecocking

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

cock of the walkidiom

A person who is dominant or arrogant in a particular group or situation.

cock and bull storyidiom

An unbelievable or improbable story, often used as an excuse.

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Cock definition: A male chicken, especially one kept for breeding.
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'Cock' translates to 'cock' in English. Cock definition: A male chicken, especially one kept for breeding.
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