What does COCKS mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "cocks": Word: cocks

Part of Speech: noun, verb

Definition:

• noun: plural form of "cock", meaning a male bird, especially a rooster, or a device for shutting off the flow of liquid or gas.
• verb: third person present form of "cock", meaning to tilt or tip up (something), or to prepare (a firearm) for firing by pulling back the hammer.

Pronunciations:

• US: /kɑks/
• UK: /kɒks/

Origin and Usage:

The noun "cock" has Old English origins and has been used to refer to a male bird since the 14th century. The verb "cock" has a similar origin and was first used in the 16th century to describe the action of tilting or tipping something up. The plural form "cocks" is used to refer to multiple male birds or devices for shutting off the flow of liquid or gas. The verb form "cocks" is used as the third person present form of "cock".

Synonyms:

• roosters, valves, taps, spigots

Related Words:

• clock, shock, stock, locks

Example Sentences:

• The farmer had several cocks in his barnyard.
• He turned the valve to shut off the flow of gas.
• She cocked her head to one side, listening intently.
• He carefully cocked the gun before taking aim.