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Definition of cox

cox

/kɑːks/
cox
Plural:coxes
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Past Simple:coxed
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Past Participle:coxed
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Present Participle:coxing
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• noun

1

A person who steers a boat and directs the crew, particularly in competitive rowing.

Example

"The cox shouted commands to the rowers to increase their stroke rate as they approached the finish line."

2

British A dessert apple of a variety with crisp, sweet-tart flesh, formally known as Cox's Orange Pippin.

Example

"She bought a bag of English coxes from the market to enjoy as a crisp afternoon snack."

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• verb

1

To act as a steersman or direct a rowing crew in a racing boat.

Example

"He was chosen to cox the university eight in the upcoming regatta."

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• Rhymes for cox

• Nearby Words

cowskin
cowslip
cowtown
cox
coy
coyly
coyness

Word Origin & Etymology

Originates from the mid-19th century as a shortened form of 'coxswain', derived from Middle English 'cok' (a small boat) and 'swain' (a servant or boy).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cox. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cox
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