NYT Dictionary

COCKPIT

/ˈkɑkˌpɪt/
NounCOCK-pitcock-pit · 2 syllablesGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2024

Meaning

A pit or other enclosure for cockfighting.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Compound of cock (“rooster”) + pit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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