acock
/əˈkɑk/
adverb
- In a tilted or turned-up position, especially referring to a hat or headwear.
- The old photograph showed the sailor with his hat set acock.
- She adjusted her beret acock to look more stylish.
- He wore his cap acock, giving him a jaunty appearance.
Antonyms
adjective
- Tilted or turned up to one side, especially of a hat.
- The acock position of her cap suggested a playful mood.
- His acock hat made him stand out in the crowd.
- The pirate's acock tricorn was a classic look.