How to Pronounce Cockshy

To pronounce "cockshy", say COCKSHY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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COCKSHY

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What does cockshy mean?

noun

  1. A game in which trinkets are set upon sticks, to be thrown at by the players; so called from an ancient popular sport which consisted in shying or throwing cudgels at live cocks.
  2. An object at which stones are flung; (by extension) a person who is abused or vilified.

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How many syllables are in "cockshy"?▾

"Cockshy" has one syllable.

What does "cockshy" mean?▾

Cockshy: A game in which trinkets are set upon sticks, to be thrown at by the players; so called from an ancient popular sport which consisted in shying or throwing cudgels at live cocks.

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