Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cox
noun
/kɒks/
Definition
A cox is a person who steers a rowing boat and directs the crew in races or training.
Examples
- The cox shouted commands during the race to keep the crew synchronized.
- She trained for months to become the cox of the university rowing team.
- A skilled cox can greatly enhance a team’s performance on the water.
Meaning
The term ‘cox’ refers to the individual in charge of steering and coordinating the actions of the rowers in a boat.
Synonyms
- steerer
- coxswain
- boatman
