Definition

A male chicken that is trained to fight against other chickens in a sport called cockfighting.

Example

The gamecock was known for its fierce fighting spirit in the arena.

Conversation

Did you see that gamecock match last weekend?

Yeah, it was so exciting! Those birds are really fierce.

I never knew a gamecock could be so aggressive.

Right? It's amazing how much training they go through.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gamecock → The word is formed from "game" (from Old English *gamen*, meaning sport or fun) and "cock" (from Old English *coc*, meaning male bird, specifically a rooster). A gamecock refers to a rooster bred for fighting, emphasizing its role in sport or competition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sport' or 'fun' ('game') combined with a 'male bird' ('cock') — that's why a gamecock is a rooster used in competitive fighting.

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