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1. cockpit

noun. ['ˈkɑːkˌpɪt'] compartment where the pilot sits while flying the aircraft.

Etymology

  • cock (English)
  • cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • pit (English)
  • pit (Dutch)

Rhymes with Cockpit

  • armpit

How do you pronounce cockpit?

Pronounce cockpit as ˈkɑkˌpɪt.

US - How to pronounce cockpit in American English

UK - How to pronounce cockpit in British English

2. cockpit

noun. ['ˈkɑːkˌpɪt'] seat where the driver sits while driving a racing car.

Etymology

  • cock (English)
  • cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • pit (English)
  • pit (Dutch)

3. cockpit

noun. ['ˈkɑːkˌpɪt'] a pit for cockfights.

Etymology

  • cock (English)
  • cock (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • pit (English)
  • pit (Dutch)