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2. cock
verb. ['ˈkɑːk'] tilt or slant to one side.
Etymology
- cock (English)
- cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- coc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- coque (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
3. cock
verb. ['ˈkɑːk'] set the trigger of a firearm back for firing.
Etymology
- cock (English)
- cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- coc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- coque (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
4. hoop
noun. ['ˈhuːp'] a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling.
Etymology
- hoop (English)
- hoop (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. hoop
noun. ['ˈhuːp'] horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- hoop (English)
- hoop (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. cock
noun. ['ˈkɑːk'] the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled.
Etymology
- cock (English)
- cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- coc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- coque (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
7. cock
noun. ['ˈkɑːk'] adult male chicken.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- cock (English)
- cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- coc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- coque (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
8. cock
verb. ['ˈkɑːk'] to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others.
Etymology
- cock (English)
- cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
- cok (Middle English (1100-1500))
- coc (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- coque (Old French (842-ca. 1400))