Cockpit Definition & Meaning

cockpit
noun
  1. compartment where the pilot sits while flying the aircraft
  2. a pit for cockfights
  3. seat where the driver sits while driving a racing car

"Cockpit" in song lyrics

See how cockpit is used in real songs:

  • "Pull your arm outta socket, reachin for the cockpit"
    Aceyalone — Takeoff
  • "Okay, welcome to the Kamikaze bottle rocket cockpit"
    Aesop Rock — Save Yourself
  • "Hit me with some super thick up in the cockpit"
    Backbone — 5, Deuce, 4, Tre

Usage tips for "cockpit"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cockpit" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cockpit to find words that pair well.

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