Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

acock

Adverb
/əˈkɒk/
Definition
In an upright or erect position; standing tall.
Examples
  • He stood acock during the presentation, capturing everyone’s attention.
  • The flag was raised acock to signify the event had begun.
Meaning
The term ‘acock’ refers to standing upright, often used in specific contexts to describe posture or alignment.
Synonyms
  • upright
  • erect