Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cockcrow

noun

/ˈkɒk.kroʊ/

Definition

The time of day when the rooster crows, usually at dawn.

Examples

They set out at cockcrow to begin their journey before the heat of the day.
The village was peaceful, save for the occasional call of a rooster at cockcrow.

Meaning

Cockcrow refers to the early morning time when roosters are known to call out, signaling the start of the day. It often signifies the transition from night to day.