coxcomb

[US]/ˈkɒks.kəʊm/
[UK]/ˈkɑks.koʊm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a man who is overly concerned with his appearance; a dandy; a type of flower, also known as cockscomb

Phrases & Collocations

coxcomb behavior

coxcomb attitude

coxcomb remarks

coxcomb style

coxcomb nature

coxcomb personality

coxcomb image

coxcomb charm

coxcomb fool

coxcomb pride

Example Sentences

he acted like a coxcomb at the party.

the coxcomb was always showing off his new clothes.

don't be such a coxcomb; it's not attractive.

she found his coxcomb behavior quite amusing.

the coxcomb was the center of attention at the event.

he called himself a dandy, but others saw him as a coxcomb.

his coxcomb attitude made it hard to take him seriously.

she was tired of his coxcomb remarks about his looks.

the coxcomb's antics were entertaining but shallow.

everyone knew he was a coxcomb, but they still invited him.

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