Meaning of the word hock in English
What does hock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hock
US /hɑːk/
UK /hɑːk/
Noun
1.
a joint in the hind leg of a horse, cow, or other quadruped, corresponding to the human ankle but elevated.
Example:
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The horse sustained an injury to its hock during the race.
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The veterinarian examined the cow's swollen hock.
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