noun.
The comb of a cock. See cockscomb, 1.
noun.
The comb, resembling that of a cock, which licensed fools formerly wore in their caps; hence, the fool's cap itself.
noun.
The top of the head, or the head itself.
noun.
A fop; a vain, showy fellow; a conceited and pretentious dunce.
noun.
A kind of silver lace frayed out at the edges.
noun.
Same as cockscomb, 2.