/ˈhoʊsɒk/ HOH-sok

Definitions

1. noun

a type of bird, specifically a young or immature pheasant or quail

“The field guide identified the small bird as a hosecock, a rare species in the region.”

2. noun

a slang term for a foolish or silly person

“He was called a hosecock for wearing a bright orange jumpsuit to the party.”