riˈkɒk

Definitions

1. verb

to reload a gun after firing

“He had to recock the rifle before taking aim again.”

2. verb

to adjust or set something again, especially to a correct or proper position

“She had to recock the broken watch to get it working properly.”

3. verb

to prepare or arrange something again, especially for a new attempt

“The team had to recock their strategy for the second half of the game.”

4. noun

the act of reloading or preparing a gun or mechanism for another attempt or shot

“The recock was crucial to their success in the competition.”