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coxcomb [ˈkɒksˌkəʊm] n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) a variant spelling of cockscomb 2. Archaic a foppish man 3. (Historical Terms) Obsolete the cap, resembling a cock's comb, worn by a jester ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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By the way, Lord John, I called you a coxcomb just now, which was perhaps unduly severe. Twice two makes four is a pert coxcomb who stands with arms akimbo barring your path and spitting. He is the greatest coxcomb I ever saw, and amazingly disagreeable. |
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