NYT Dictionary

COCKADE

/kɑˈkeɪd/
NounCOCK-adecock-ade · 2 syllablesGrade 8

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2025

Meaning

A rosette or knot of ribbon worn in a hat, especially as an office or party badge.

Etymology

Origin: French

Partial calque of French cocarde.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

roundelarmorybadgebatonbuttonchaincollarcrossdecorationdress

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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