Cox

usgb/kɑːks/
noun

A person who is in charge of the steering and speed of a rowing boat.

Jake was the cox of our rowing team.
Visual representation of "cox" - A person who is in charge of the steering and speed of a rowing boat

Often appears as...

  • cox a boat
  • cox the team
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Rowing Context

The word 'cox' is mostly used in the context of rowing and nautical activities.

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Our team practiced daily with the cox guiding our strokes.
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Leadership Role

'Cox' implies a leadership role within a boat, providing commands and motivation.

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As the cox, Lara kept morale high and directed our pace.
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Not a Rower

A 'cox' doesn't row but focuses on strategy and navigation.

Illustration for Not a Rower
Even though he didn't row, our cox was crucial to our success.
Visual representation of the word "Cox"

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