Meaning & Definition of word "Jock"

Jock

/dʒɒk/

1. A person who is very athletic or involved in sports, often stereotypically characterized as being less academically inclined.
- Example: He's a typical jock who spends more time in the gym than in the library.
2. A slang term for an athlete, particularly in American English.
- Example: The jock scored the winning goal in the final minute of the game.
3. A term used to refer to a male who is physically fit and often participates in competitive sports.
- Example: At school, the jocks dominated the athletic events.

●Derived from 'jockstrap', a type of supportive undergarment worn by male athletes.

jock it up:

To show off one's athletic abilities or to engage in sports activities with enthusiasm.

jock culture:

The culture associated with athletes, often characterized by competitiveness and physical prowess.

jock locker room:

The area in a sports facility where athletes change and socialize.

jockstrap:

A garment worn to support the male genitalia during sports.

jockish:

Characteristic of a jock; athletic or muscular.

Meaning: A derogatory term for someone who is perceived as overly focused on sports and lacking in academic interests.

● Example Sentence: He's such a jock, all he talks about is the gym and his football games.

Meaning: A term used in some contexts to describe someone who is muscular or physically strong.

● Example Sentence: Look at that jock over there, he must spend hours at the gym.