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cockbill

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To tilt up one end of, so as to make almost vertical.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic, transitive

Topics: nautical, transport

Examples

  • to cockbill the yards as a sign of mourning

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To suspend (the anchor) from the cathead im preparation for letting it go.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic, transitive

Topics: nautical, transport

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

See cock (“to set erect”).