cock
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cock, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An adult male chicken; a rooster.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use cock
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The bird and valve/gun senses are standard English; the anatomical sense is vulgar and best avoided in formal contexts.
Etymology
From Old English cocc, most likely imitating the bird's crowing sound; the vulgar sense for "penis" has been in use since at least the 1600s.
Full origin of cock →Frequently asked questions
What does “cock” mean?
The word “cock” means an adult male chicken; a rooster.
How do you pronounce “cock”?
“Cock” is pronounced kok (/kɑk/ in IPA).
How do you use “cock” in a sentence?
Here is “cock” used in a sentence: “The cock crowed at dawn.”
What is another word for “cock”?
Words with a similar meaning to “cock” include cockbird and rooster.
What part of speech is “cock”?
Depending on how it is used, “cock” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “cock” come from?
The word “cock” dates back to around 1600 and comes from Old English.
Is “cock” a common word?
“Cock” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cock” have?
“Cock” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an adult male chicken; a rooster.