uncocked
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʌnˈkɒkt/
KK: /ʌnˈkɑkt/
adjective
Definition
Not in a cocked position; not prepared to be fired or used.
Example
The gun was left uncocked for safety reasons.
Conversation
Did you notice that the door was uncocked when we arrived?
Yeah, I thought it seemed a bit off.
I wonder how long it had been uncocked like that.
Hopefully, it wasn't too long; that's a security risk!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
unloaded
safe
dormant
Antonyms
cocked
loaded
active
verb
Definition
To release or remove the cocking mechanism from a firearm or similar device, making it safe to handle.
Example
He uncocked the gun before putting it away in the safe.
Tense Forms
Past: uncocked
Past Participle: uncocked
Conversation
Did you remember to uncock the camera before taking pictures?
Yes, I did it right before we started shooting.
Good! I always forget to uncock it sometimes.
Root Explanation
Uncocked → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "cock" (from Old English "coc", meaning to raise or lift). The word "uncocked" means not raised or lifted, often referring to a firearm that is not in a ready-to-fire position.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not raised' ('un-') and 'lifted' ('cock') to remember that 'uncocked' means something that is not in a ready position.
Visually Confused Words
unrocked
unmocked
unlocked
unhocked
undocked
unchoked
cocked
unstocked