Coxcomb Definition
coxcomb
noun
- a conceited dandy who is overly impressed by his own accomplishments
- a cap worn by court jesters; adorned with a strip of red
- the fleshy red crest on the head of the domestic fowl and other gallinaceous birds
"Coxcomb" in song lyrics
See how coxcomb is used in real songs:
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"fabric coxcomb"
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Words that rhyme with coxcomb
Usage tips for "coxcomb"
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