Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Hocks.
Hocks - as a noun
Any of several white wines from the rhine river valley in germany (`hock' is british usage)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rhenishrhine wineHypernyms (Closely Related)
white wineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Tarsal joint of the hind leg of hoofed mammals; corresponds to the human ankle
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hock-jointHocks - as a verb
Leave as a guarantee in return for money
Example: "Pawn your grandfather's gold watch"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
soakDisable by cutting the hock
Example Sentences
"The butcher recommended buying pork hocks for the recipe."
"He sprained his ankle and had to wear hocks for several weeks."
"The chef used smoked ham hocks to enhance the flavor of the soup."
"The dog was limping because he injured his hocks during play."
"She decided to prepare a delicious dish of braised veal hocks."
Word Game Points
Is HOCKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hocks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HOCKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is HOCKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hocks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHOCKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is HOCKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hocks is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHOCKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.