cock a snook

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Definitions of cock a snook words

noun cock a snook to make a rude gesture by putting one thumb to the nose with the fingers of the hand outstretched 3
noun cock a snook to show contempt by being insulting or offensive 3
noun cock a snook a gesture of defiance, disrespect, or derision. 1
idioms cock a snook cock a / one's snook, to thumb the nose: a painter who cocks a snook at traditional techniques. Also, cock a snoot. 1
verb cock a snook (Britain, idiomatic, pejorative, as a gesture) To perform a snook, a gesture of disrespect. 0

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

First recorded in 1875-80; origin uncertain

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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