weathercock

• Nom désignant une girouette, en particulier en forme de coq, utilisée pour indiquer la direction du vent.

A noun referring to a weathervane, specifically one shaped like a rooster, used to show the direction of the wind.

1. Weather vane in rooster formB2formal

   A weather vane, especially one shaped like a rooster, used to show the direction of the wind.

   Girouette en forme de coq

   • The old church had a copper weathercock on its spire.
   • Farmers often rely on a weathercock to predict wind changes.
   • The weathercock creaked as it turned in the strong breeze.

2. Figurative: changeable personC1informal

   A person who frequently changes their opinions, loyalties, or decisions.

   personne changeante

   • Politicians are often accused of being weathercocks, shifting with public opinion.
   • He's a weathercock when it comes to fashion trends.
   • Don't rely on her support; she's a weathercock.

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