cocks

[US]/[kɒks]/
[UK]/[kɒks]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A male chicken.; The part of a gun that holds the charge.
v.To turn or tilt; to tilt or tip.; To raise one's head and look around.
n. (slang)Testicles.

Phrases & Collocations

cocks crow

cocks are

cocks fight

cocks strut

cocks comb

cocks sleep

cocks peck

cocks parade

cocks display

cocks crowing

Example Sentences

the farmer raised prize-winning cocks at the county fair.

he cocked his head to one side, listening intently.

the old man’s joints creaked and cocked with every movement.

she cocked an eyebrow, clearly skeptical of his story.

the gun was cocked and ready to fire.

he cocked a snooker ball into the corner pocket.

the door hinge was stiff and cocked, making a loud noise.

the ship's mast was slightly cocked due to the storm.

the politician cocked a smile at the cameras.

the old building's frame was severely cocked after the earthquake.

he cocked his fist, ready for a fight.

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