cocksman

noun

cocks·​man

ˈkäksmən

plural cocksmen

usually vulgar

: a man known for his sexual prowess or promiscuity

Word History

Etymology

cock's (genitive of cock entry 1 penis) + man entry 1

First Known Use

circa 1896, in the meaning defined above

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