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coxcomb Definition


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cockscomb
coxcomb
noun
    1. The fleshy red crest on a cock's head.
    2. A flower whose petals resemble this crest.
    3. old use, derog
      A foolishly vain or conceited fellow.
      Form: coxcomb
Etymology: 15c: sense 3 from the traditional jesters' comb-like cap.




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