	See under Half.
	the position of the cock of a gun when retained by the first notch. - Shak.

See also: Cock, Half

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary, published 1913 by G. & C. Merriam Co.

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It was notable for being one of the few military revolvers with a safety lever, which could be placed in the Safe position when the hammer was at half cock.

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After examining the safety, I recommend it be carried at half cock as originally designed.

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