ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cock-a-hoop

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Cock-a-hoop is an adjective meaning Exultant, very happy, triumphant.

Meaning

Exultant, very happy, triumphant.

Example Sentences

I have to say I felt pretty cock-a-hoop straight after my epidural but, some hours later, my head felt as though someone large and heavy had been sitting on it.

Synonyms for cock-a-hoop

Depending on context, synonyms include euphoric, joyous, air-headed, blissful, enrapt, rapt.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include crowing, bragging, boastful, braggart, proud, self-aggrandizing.

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