adj

cocked

kokt

Cocked (adj) means Tilted or set at an angle, especially describing a hat, head, or firearm ready to fire. Example: “He wore his cap cocked to one side.”

adj

Tilted or set at an angle, especially describing a hat, head, or firearm ready to fire.

"He wore his cap cocked to one side."

"The gun was cocked and ready."

Informal: drunk.

"By midnight he was thoroughly cocked."

How to use cocked

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTilted at an angle, or (informally) drunk; also describes a gun with its hammer pulled back, ready to fire.

When to use it

The "drunk" sense is informal slang.

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Rhymes for cocked

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Frequently asked questions

What does “cocked” mean?

The word “cocked” means tilted or set at an angle, especially describing a hat, head, or firearm ready to fire. In plain terms, tilted at an angle, or (informally) drunk; also describes a gun with its hammer pulled back, ready to fire.

How do you pronounce “cocked”?

“Cocked” is pronounced kokt (/kɑkt/ in IPA).

How do you use “cocked” in a sentence?

Here is “cocked” used in a sentence: “He wore his cap cocked to one side.”

What part of speech is “cocked”?

“Cocked” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “cocked” have?

“Cocked” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: tilted or set at an angle, especially describing a hat, head, or firearm ready to fire.