Cock-up

[kak-up]

Definition

To sit back with feet elevated; relax casually or lounge comfortably.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Him cock-up him foot pon di table and watch TV.
English:
He kicked up his feet on the table and watched TV.

Patois:
Cock-up yuhself pon di veranda and enjoy di cool breeze.
English:
Lounge comfortably on the porch and enjoy the cool breeze.

Usage Tip

Informal phrase meaning to relax comfortably with one's legs/feet kicked up on a stool or table.

Patois Synonym: relax
English Synonym: kick up feet; lounge; relax

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