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cock vs turncock

turncock vs cock

cock and turncock both are nouns.

cock is a verb but turncock is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cock Yes No Yes No
turncock Yes No No No
As nouns, cock and turncock are synonyms defined as:
  • cock and turncock: faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid
Other synonyms of cock include stopcock.
cock (noun) turncock (noun)
adult male bird faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid
adult male chicken one employed to control water supply by turning water mains on and off
faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid
the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled
obscene terms for penis
cock (verb) turncock (verb)
set the trigger of a firearm back for firing
to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
tilt or slant to one side
Difference between cock and turncock

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