coq
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Noun — A trimming or plume made from cock (rooster) feathers, once used to decorate women's hats.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French coq, meaning "rooster" — the same word that gives English "coq au vin."
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What does “coq” mean?
The word “coq” means a trimming or plume made from cock (rooster) feathers, once used to decorate women's hats. In plain terms, a decorative tuft of rooster feathers used on hats, mostly in older fashion contexts.
How do you pronounce “coq”?
“Coq” is pronounced kohk (/koʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “coq” in a sentence?
Here is “coq” used in a sentence: “The vintage hat was adorned with a coq of iridescent black feathers.”
What part of speech is “coq”?
“Coq” is a noun.
Where does the word “coq” come from?
The word “coq” comes from French. Borrowed from French coq, meaning "rooster" — the same word that gives English "coq au vin.".