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Definition of cog
(Entry 1 of 5)
1
: a tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear
2
: a subordinate but integral person or part
cog
verb (1)
cogged; cogging
Definition of cog (Entry 2 of 5)
1
obsolete
: to cheat in throwing dice
3
obsolete
: to use venal flattery
cog
verb (2)
cogged; cogging
Definition of cog (Entry 3 of 5)
: to connect (timbers, joists, etc.) by means of mortises and tenons
cog
noun (2)Definition of cog (Entry 4 of 5)
: a tenon on a beam or timber
cog
abbreviationDefinition of cog (Entry 5 of 5)
cognate
Other Words from cog
Noun (1)
cogged
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adjective
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adjective
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: a tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear
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