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cock2

cock2

 
pronunciation:
kak
parts of speech:
transitive verb, intransitive verb
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: cocks, cocking, cocked
definition: to tilt to one side or to turn upward, esp. jauntily, alertly, or expectantly.
The comedian cocked his hat and as he exited the stage.The dog cocked his head, listening for its owner's footsteps.The deer stopped and cocked its ears.
synonyms:
perk up
similar words:
bend, incline, raise, tilt, tip, turn
 
part of speech: intransitive verb
definition: to stick up or turn up.
The dog's ears cocked at the noise.The man's fists cocked and he was ready to fight.
synonyms:
perk up
similar words:
bend, incline, rise, tilt, tip, turn, twist
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