Meaning of the word cosh in English

What does cosh mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cosh

US /kɑːʃ/
UK /kɒʃ/

Noun

a thick, heavy stick or bar, typically of rubber or metal, used as a weapon

Example:
The attacker hit him with a cosh.
He carried a cosh for self-defense.

Verb

hit (someone) with a cosh

Example:
The mugger tried to cosh him from behind.
He was coshed and robbed in the alley.