Alright cocker, {or even alright cock} means alright mate? how are you? I have seen some {possibly} American posts on here saying cock/cocker is a rude name or derogatory term, it may be overseas but here in our nations capital {London} its a traditional way to hail a dear friend.
Entering a situation without being fully prepared.
Origin: Muskets and revolvers have a lowered, half-cocked, and full-cock position for the hammer. During loading, the weapon is brought to a half-cock. The weapon must then be brought to a full-cock to be used. Forgetting to cock the weapon leads to it being unprepared for combat.
The boxer did'nt do any research on his opponent, and went off half-cocked to fight somebody twice his size.
A musical icon, lead singer of Britpop band Pulp, who became popular in the 90's for his unique outlook on ordinary British life, his prolific songwriting skills, his trademark deep voice, and his unusual sense of humor. Recently released his first solo single, titled "The Cunts Are Still Running The World".
Jarvis Cocker: "You'll never live like common people. You'll never do what common people do. You'll never fail like common people. You'll never watch your life slide out of you and dance and drink and screw, 'cause there's nothing you can do."