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Vocabulary Entry
cockscomb
|noun • noun
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noun
A fleshy crest or comb on the head of a bird, especially a rooster.
Example Sentences
"The rooster strutted proudly, its cockscomb bright red and erect."
"Farmers often select roosters with larger cockscombs to breed."
"The cockscomb helps attract hens during mating season."
N
noun
A plant of the genus Celosia, often characterized by a feathery or crested flower head that resembles the comb of a rooster.
Example Sentences
"In the garden, the cockscomb flowers bloomed in vibrant shades of red and yellow."
"The cockscomb plant adds a unique texture to floral arrangements."
"I love to see the cockscomb swaying in the breeze during the summer."