Cobswan
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒbswɒn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cobswan is a noun meaning (obsolete, rare) A large male swan.
Meaning
(obsolete, rare) A large male swan.
Example Sentences
I'am not taken / With a Cob-Swan, or a high-mounting Bull / As fooliſh Leda and Europa were.
[T]here's plenty hint / Your pinions have received of late a shock— / Out-soar them, cobswan of the silver flock!
Word Forms
- cobswans
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include swan, elke, coscoroba, whooper, mute, cygnet.
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