noun
coxcomb
Coxcomb (noun) means the cap of a court jester, adorned with a red stripe.
noun
1
The cap of a court jester, adorned with a red stripe.
2
The fleshy red pate of a rooster.
3
A foolish or conceited person; a dandy.
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Etymology
From Middle English cokke’s comb.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of coxcomb?
"coxcomb" (noun) means the cap of a court jester, adorned with a red stripe.
What are the different meanings of coxcomb?
"coxcomb" has 3 main meanings: 1. The cap of a court jester, adorned with a red stripe; 2. The fleshy red pate of a rooster; 3. A foolish or conceited person; a dandy.