COCKCROW Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

cockcrow

noun

ˈkäk-ˌkrō

Definition of cockcrow

as in sunrise

the first appearance of light in the morning or the time of its appearance by cockcrow the mysterious stranger had vanished

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Noun

Smoky incense is still a source of meditative calm and comfort, but it’s made more transparent and wearable this season by pairing it with florals or creamier woods—more like a sunrise yoga class than an old-school church.

— Loren Savini, Allure, 27 Oct. 2026
Someone slaps a strip of medical tape across their lips, promises you deeper sleep, fewer snores and a sharper jawline by morning, then cuts to a dreamy sunrise shot.

— Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of sunrise

Noun

The last polls before election day have given Eisenkot’s Yashar presumed coalition a lead of about two to six seats over Netanyahu’s ruling coalition, according to three of Israel’s main broadcasters.

— Yarden Segev, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2026
This September 25 concert was Lui’s record release event for Instant Validation, which came out that same day via Asthmatic Kitty Records.

— Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of day

Noun

Israeli President Isaac Herzog and his wife Michal arrived at a polling station in Jerusalem on Tuesday morning to cast their votes.

— Yarden Segev, NBC news, 27 Oct. 2026
Brand arrived once again at London’s Southwark Crown Court this morning with wife Laura Gallacher.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of morning

Noun

The arrests followed a dawn shootout, and all three men were wounded, officials said.

— Omar Akour, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Around dawn a fiber optic stand that flickered light was turned on and everyone gathered held a moment of silence in memories of Noel.

— Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of dawn

Noun

The light green safari shade is especially fun, or go for an aquatic vibe with the icy morn/sea wave two-combo.

— Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2023
This gives me, in the parking lot the next morn, yet another opportunity to introduce myself to fellow travelers who possess jumper cables.

— John Phillips, Car and Driver, 9 Jan. 2023

Definition of morn

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