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

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 said the federation's decision to suspend him had breached his right to free speech and he had been "the victim of a witch hunt".

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Since Season 2 of “Summer House,” Batula and Cooke have captivated audiences with their tumultuous relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“Ms. Cooke, under a lot of emotional stress, Sparrow tends to check out from whatever situation she’s in. She might physically be in one place, but mentally she’s pretty far away.”

From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon