Cooke

American  

[kook] / kʊk /

noun

1. (Alfred) Alistair, 1908–2004, English journalist and broadcaster.

2. Coke, Sir Edward.

3. Jay, 1821–1905, U.S. financier.

4. Terence (James), Cardinal, 1921–83, U.S. Roman Catholic clergyman: archbishop of New York 1968–83.

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Cooke British  

noun

1. Norman , real name Quentin Cooke , also known as Fatboy Slim. born 1963, British disc jockey, pop musician, and record producer; hit records include You've Come a Long Way, Baby (1998) and "Praise You" (2001)

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Example Sentences

The trigger was the bankruptcy of Jay Cooke, the man who helped finance the Union’s Civil War victory.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Cooke was informed on 30 March he was being investigated for gross misconduct following complaints made by members of the public.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Earlier this year, the High Court quashed a previous decision to suspend Sgt Richard Cooke from his federation post following other complaints about separate social media comments.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Cooke added that he is “actually really worried about Amanda.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Dr. Cooke uncrosses her legs and leans toward me again.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez