noun

coq

kohk

Coq (noun) means a trimming or plume made from cock (rooster) feathers, once used to decorate women's hats. Example: “The vintage hat was adorned with a coq of iridescent black feathers.”

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noun

A trimming or plume made from cock (rooster) feathers, once used to decorate women's hats.

"The vintage hat was adorned with a coq of iridescent black feathers."

How to use coq

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA decorative tuft of rooster feathers used on hats, mostly in older fashion contexts.

When to use it

A specialist or historical millinery term, not everyday vocabulary.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Word forms

coqs plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from French coq, meaning "rooster" — the same word that gives English "coq au vin."

Origin: French

Frequently asked questions

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.".