jock
6 synonyms for jock, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Informal, especially American, term for an athlete, particularly one more known for sport than academics.
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.
Etymology
From Jock, a Scots pet form of "John," later generalized as a nickname for a Scotsman and eventually for athletes.
Full origin of jock →Frequently asked questions
What does “jock” mean?
The word “jock” means informal, especially American, term for an athlete, particularly one more known for sport than academics. In plain terms, depending on context: a sporty type, a Scotsman, a radio host, or short for jockstrap.
How do you pronounce “jock”?
“Jock” is pronounced JOK (/ˈd͡ʒɑk/ in IPA).
How do you use “jock” in a sentence?
Here is “jock” used in a sentence: “The jocks sat together at the far end of the cafeteria.”
What part of speech is “jock”?
“Jock” is a noun.
Is “jock” a common word?
“Jock” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “jock” have?
“Jock” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal, especially American, term for an athlete, particularly one more known for sport than academics.
