What does COCKY mean?

Parts of Speech: adjective, noun

Definitions: (adj.) overly self-confident or arrogant; (n.) a small, sturdy fishing boat with a flat bottom and high sides

Pronunciations: (US) /ˈkɑki/, (UK) /ˈkɒki/

Origin and Usage: The word "cocky" originated in the 18th century as a slang term in Ireland and was used to describe someone who was brash or impudent. It is believed to have come from the word "cock," which was used to describe a young man or a rooster. Today, "cocky" is commonly used to describe someone who is overly confident or arrogant. It is also used to describe a type of fishing boat that is popular in Australia and New Zealand.

Synonyms: (adj.) arrogant, conceited, egotistical, haughty, overconfident, presumptuous, self-important; (n.) dinghy, skiff

Related Words: bloat, chock, clock, crock, frock, knock, lock, rock, shock, smock, sock, stock, yock

Example Sentences:

• He was so cocky that he thought he could win the race without even training for it.
• The young mans cocky attitude made him unpopular with his coworkers.
• The fisherman took his cocky out to sea in search of a big catch.
• They decided to use a cocky instead of a larger boat because it was easier to maneuver in shallow waters.