Associations to the word «Coxcomb»

Wiktionary

COXCOMB, noun. (obsolete) The cap of a court jester, adorned with a red stripe.
COXCOMB, noun. A foolish or conceited person; a dandy.
COXCOMB, noun. The fleshy red pate of a rooster.

Dictionary definition

COXCOMB, noun. A conceited dandy who is overly impressed by his own accomplishments.
COXCOMB, noun. A cap worn by court jesters; adorned with a strip of red.
COXCOMB, noun. The fleshy red crest on the head of the domestic fowl and other gallinaceous birds.

Wise words

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