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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

cocked

/kɒkt/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does cocked mean?

verb, adjective

To incline or turn something to one side, typically at an angle. (Of a gun or other firearm) to be loaded and ready to fire.

Example

"The sailor cocked his head to one side, trying to hear the distant sound."

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