ark
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Noun — The large boat built by Noah in the Bible story, used to save his family and pairs of animals from a great flood.
How to use ark
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English earc, from Latin arca, "chest, box," from arcere, "to enclose."
Full origin of ark →Frequently asked questions
What does “ark” mean?
The word “ark” means the large boat built by Noah in the Bible story, used to save his family and pairs of animals from a great flood. In plain terms, best known as Noah's boat in the Bible, but also used for the Torah cabinet in a synagogue or, loosely, anything offering shelter.
How do you pronounce “ark”?
“Ark” is pronounced ahk (/ɑɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “ark” in a sentence?
Here is “ark” used in a sentence: “The children's Bible showed animals filing two by two into the ark.”
What is another word for “ark”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ark” include barge, basket, chest, coffer, hutch and refuge.
What part of speech is “ark”?
“Ark” is a noun.
Where does the word “ark” come from?
The word “ark” comes from Latin. From Old English earc, from Latin arca, "chest, box," from arcere, "to enclose.".
Is “ark” a common word?
“Ark” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ark” have?
“Ark” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the large boat built by Noah in the Bible story, used to save his family and pairs of animals from a great flood.
What is the difference between an ark and a regular ship?
An ark specifically refers to a large boat built for survival or protection, most famously Noah's ark, which carried his family and pairs of animals through a great flood. A regular ship is the general term for any large vessel used for transport, without the specific connotation of refuge from disaster.
What is a synagogue ark?
In Jewish worship, an ark is a cabinet positioned at the front of a synagogue that holds the Torah scrolls. This meaning is distinct from the Noah's ark story, though both uses of the word share the underlying idea of a container that holds and protects something sacred or precious.
Why is ark sometimes used to mean a place of refuge?
Because Noah's ark protected its passengers from the flood, the word ark has come to be used more loosely for anything that offers protection or refuge in difficult circumstances. This figurative use extends beyond boats to describe any safe haven.