Definition

The time of day when the sun begins to rise, often associated with the sound of roosters crowing.

Example

The farmers wake up at cockcrow to start their day early.

Conversation

Did you hear the rooster at cockcrow this morning?

Yeah, it woke me up way too early!

I actually love how peaceful it is at cockcrow.

Same here, it makes me feel like the day is full of possibilities.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cockcrow is formed from "cock" (from Old English "cocc", meaning rooster) and "crow" (from Old English "crāwe", meaning to cry out or make a sound). The term refers to the sound made by a rooster, especially at dawn.

Memory Tip

Think of a rooster ('cock') making its morning call ('crow') — that's why 'cockcrow' refers to the time when roosters announce the dawn.

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