Jock (Noun)
Meaning 1
A person trained to compete in sports.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The school's star quarterback was considered the ultimate jock by his peers.
- The charismatic jock dominated the headlines during his senior year of high school.
- The film featured a stereotypical jock who undergoes a transformative experience during the summer.
- At the reunion, it was clear that the former high school jock had lost none of his competitive spirit.
- In the college locker room, the experienced jock led his teammates through a rigorous training regimen.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Football Player
- Cricketer
- Pole Jumper
- Hurdler
- Jumper
- Soccer Player
- Swimmer
- Basketball Player
- Climber
- Hockey Player
- Vaulter
- Weightlifter
- Sportswoman
- Lacrosse Player
- Letterman
- Skater
- Sharpshooter
- Tennis Player
- Striker
- Winger
- Pentathlete
- Skier
- Shot Putter
- Ball Hawk
- Sledder
- Amateur
- Runner
- Sport
- Acrobat
- Ballplayer
- Swinger
- Olympian
- Professional
- Second-stringer
- Cager
- Gymnast
- Substitute
- Hooker
Meaning 2
A support for the genitals worn by men engaging in strenuous exercise.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Wearing a jock during football practice helped protect me from injuries and chafing.
- He had to wear a jock for the entire duration of the marathon to stay comfortable.
- The coach made sure all the players wore jocks under their uniforms for every game.
- After the accident, the doctor recommended that I wear a jock for added support during intense physical activities.
- The athletic store sold a variety of jocks designed for different sports and activities.