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gamecock

/ˈɡeɪm.kɑːk/
game · cock
Plural:gamecocks
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• noun

1

A rooster of a specialized, spirited breed of domestic fowl (Gallus gallus domesticus) historically bred and trained for cockfighting.

Example

"The historical agricultural exhibit included illustrations of the Old English gamecock alongside other traditional poultry breeds."

2

A fiercely spirited, pugnacious, or unyielding person who is always ready to contend or fight.

Example

"Known as a fiery gamecock in parliamentary debates, the young representative never backed down from a rhetorical challenge."

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• Nearby Words

game
gamebag
gamebird
gamecock
gamefish
gamekeeper
gamelike

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century as a compound of 'game' (in the sense of fighting spirit or sport) and 'cock' (from Old English 'cocc', meaning a male domestic fowl).

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