Moque
Definition
Slang noun originating from Italian-American street lingo (via 'muc' or 'mook'), adopted in hip-hop especially NY/East Coast rap to describe a foolish, gullible, or contemptible person who acts stupid, gets played, or lacks street smarts. Often used derogatorily to clown weak opps or fake gangstas.
Used in lyrics
““Y’all niggaz is mooks, buyin’ fake ice from the jewelers.” – Jadakiss, freestyle (Sway & King Tech, 2003)”
““Don’t be no moque, handle your business or get left.” – Styles P, ‘The Life’ (2002)”
““That moque nigga snitched, now he duckin’ the whole hood.” – Beanie Sigel, ‘Feel It in the Air’ (2005, contextual usage)”
““These rap moques front like bosses but broke as fuck.” – 50 Cent, Beef mixtape series (2000s)”
““You a straight moque if you trust these industry vultures.” – Joey Bada$$, ‘Waves’ (2017, freestyle interp.)”
Find words that rhyme with “moque”
1 syllable · Rhyme Dictionary
Related Terms
Synonyms
Look up another term
Write Better Lyrics
Download RHYMEBOOK for a built-in rhyme dictionary, slang reference, AI tools, and more.