What does ACOCK mean?

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Adverb

Definitions

1. in a state of excitement, confusion, or disarray; agog.

2. with the tail feathers fanned out, as an aggressive bird.

Pronunciations

US: /əˈkɑk/

UK: /əˈkɒk/

Origin and Usage

The word "acock" originates from the Old English word "ācocc" meaning "at a cocks foot" or "on the spur of the moment." It was first used in the 14th century and has been used in literature throughout history. It is considered a rare word in modern usage.

Synonyms

excited, agitated, flustered, disarrayed, ruffled, fanned out, spread out, aggressive

Related Words

cocky, awoke, afoot, ached, acorn

Example Sentences

"The crowd was acock with anticipation as the band took the stage."

"The peacock strutted around the yard with its feathers acock."