Cock (Verb)
Meaning 1
Tilt or slant to one side; "cock one's head".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- She cocked her head to the side, intrigued by the strange noise.
- The bartender cocked an eyebrow at the unusual drink order.
- The photographer cocked her lens to capture the perfect angle.
- As the dog heard its owner's voice, it cocked its head to listen.
- She cocked her shoulders, adjusting the strap of her backpack.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
To walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others; "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- He began to cock his walk as he entered the party, drawing admiring glances from many of the guests.
- The arrogant model cocked his stride down the catwalk, exuding confidence with every step.
- With her newfound success, she couldn't help but cock her step as she entered the crowded room.
- He thought he was impressing everyone by cocking his walk, but in reality, people were just laughing at him.
- As he left the music festival, the young man cocked his stroll, trying to play it cool for the girls watching him.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Set the trigger of a firearm back for firing.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- He carefully cocked the old shotgun, double-checking his surroundings before proceeding.
- She accidentally cocked her pistol while trying to holster it, necessitating immediate caution.
- The hunter cocked his rifle and took aim, waiting for the perfect shot.
- In combat situations, soldiers must be ready to cock and fire at a moment's notice.
- Cocking the trigger too hastily can result in an accidental discharge.