bawcock

[ baw-kok ]

noun

, Archaic.

1. (used familiarly) a fine fellow.

bawcock

/ ˈbɔːˌkɒk /

noun

1. archaic.
   a fine fellow

Word History and Origins

Origin of bawcock¹

First recorded in 1590–1600, bawcock is from French beau coc “fine cock”

Word History and Origins

Origin of bawcock¹

C16: from French beau coq , from beau handsome + coq cock ¹

Example Sentences

The two names Bawcock and Meacock had once a special significance.

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