gamecock

American

[geym-kok] / ˈgeɪmˌkɒk /

noun

a rooster of a fighting breed, or one bred and trained for fighting.

gamecock British

/ ˈɡeɪmˌkɒk /

noun

Also called: fighting cock. a cock bred and trained for fighting

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Etymology

Origin of gamecock

First recorded in 1670–80; game ¹ + cock ¹

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gamecock

“Of course, I’m not for gamecock fighting in the state of Oklahoma,” he told The Associated Press.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 13, 2024

The gamecock — el gallo fino de pelea — is ubiquitous on the island.

From New York Times ● Nov. 9, 2019

Larry Johnson told investigators his uncle had confronted him, accusing him of stealing the gamecock.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 19, 2015

These are just a few gamecock breeds currently in circulation in the U.S. and around the world.

From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2012

Much as we may admire such a robust old gamecock spirit in a valetudinarian, to call it a religious spirit would be odd.

From Varieties of Religious Experience, a Study in Human Nature by James, William

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