Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cock-a-hoop
idiom
/ˌkɒk ə ˈhuːp/
Definition
In a state of jubilant pride or boasting.
Examples
- After winning the championship, the team was cock-a-hoop, celebrating their hard-earned victory.
- She was cock-a-hoop about her promotion, telling everyone she met about her new position.
Meaning
To be extremely proud or triumphantly elated, often to the point of boasting.
Synonyms
- Elated
- Exultant
- Boastful
- Triumphant
- Overjoyed
