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COCKING

(noun, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Cocking.

Cocking - as a noun

Obscene terms for penis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
putzshafttool

Faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stopcockturncock

The part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hammer

Adult male chicken

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rooster
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chickengallus gallus
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Adult male bird

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bird
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cocking - as a verb

Tilt or slant to one side

Example: "Cock one's head"

Set the trigger of a firearm back for firing

To walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others

Example: "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prancerufflesashaystrutswaggertittup

Cocking - as an adjective

Offensive or worthless

Example Sentences

"I heard the loud cocking of a gun."
"The cocking of the rifle echoed through the valley."
"He quickly advanced the cocking lever on his crossbow."
"The cocking of the pistol filled the room with tension."
"She could hear the distinct sound of cocking in the distance."
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Word Game Points

Is COCKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cocking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COCKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is COCKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cocking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COCKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is COCKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cocking is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COCKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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