Search Dictionary
Definition of cocktease

cocktease

/ˈkɑːkˌtiːz/
cock · tease

Plural:cockteases
•
Past Simple:cockteased
•
Past Participle:cockteased
•
Present Participle:cockteasing
JUMP TO:

cocktease Lexical Profile

cocktease Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person (typically a woman) who flirts or behaves seductively to arouse sexual interest without any intention of engaging in sexual activity (vulgar and derogatory slang).

Example

"The character in the play was dismissed by her peers as a manipulative cocktease."


2

Something that excites anticipation or desire only to end in disappointment or unfulfillment (vulgar slang).

Example

"The dramatic cliffhanger at the end of the season finale felt like a total cocktease to the audience."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for cocktease

• verb

1

To arouse someone's sexual desire or interest through flirtation without intending to satisfy it (vulgar slang).

Example

"He complained that she was only trying to cocktease him at the bar."

Word Nuance & Usage

This term is vulgar and derogatory, and should be avoided in formal, professional, or polite contexts.

Cite this Entry


Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cocktease. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cocktease
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Dictionary & Reference
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.