Meaning & Definition of word "Cuckoo"

noun:

• 1. A type of bird known for its distinctive call and for laying its eggs in the nests of other birds.
  • Example: The cuckoo is known for its unique call that can be heard in the spring.
• 2. A person who is regarded as a fool or crazy.
  • Example: After his bizarre behavior at the party, they all thought he was a bit of a cuckoo.
• 3. A horological device that makes a sound imitating the call of a cuckoo, typically found in cuckoo clocks.
  • Example: The children loved the sound of the cuckoo coming out of the clock every hour.

verb:

• 1. To make a sound like that of a cuckoo.
  • Example: He cuckooed in imitation of the bird when he heard it in the distance.

adjective:

• 1. Crazy or foolish.
  • Example: That idea is just cuckoo; there's no way it would work!