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cocks

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈkɑks// UK //kˈɒks// cocks

n. male chickens. You use this word for the bird, especially when talking about farm animals or food.

n. the adult male of the domestic fowl. Plural form of 'cock'.


SIMPLE

The farmer keeps ten cocks in the yard.

CONTEXTUAL

We bought fresh eggs from the farm where the cocks roam freely.

COMPLEX

In traditional farming communities, the presence of a strong cock often signals the health and order of the flock.

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