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cockscomb

/kɒkskɒm/ noun · British & US
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What does cockscomb mean?

noun

A crest of feathers on the head of a cockerel, typically red and erect. A type of ornamental gourd with a distinctive crest.

Example

"The rooster's bright red cockscomb was a striking feature of his appearance."

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