yoke
14 synonyms and 0 antonyms for yoke, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A wooden bar or frame joining two draught animals, such as oxen, at the neck so they can pull a plough or cart together.
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How to use yoke
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Etymology
From Old English "geoc," from a very old Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to join" — the same root that gives us "yoga" and "jugular."
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What does “yoke” mean?
The word “yoke” means a wooden bar or frame joining two draught animals, such as oxen, at the neck so they can pull a plough or cart together. In plain terms, literally, the wooden crosspiece that joins two animals to pull a load together; figuratively, any burden, bond, or restrictive tie between people or things.
How do you pronounce “yoke”?
“Yoke” is pronounced yohk (/joʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “yoke” in a sentence?
Here is “yoke” used in a sentence: “The farmer fitted the oxen with a heavy wooden yoke before ploughing the field.”
What part of speech is “yoke”?
Depending on how it is used, “yoke” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “yoke” come from?
The word “yoke” comes from Old English. From Old English "geoc," from a very old Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to join" — the same root that gives us "yoga" and "jugular.".
Is “yoke” a common word?
“Yoke” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “yoke” have?
“Yoke” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a wooden bar or frame joining two draught animals, such as oxen, at the neck so they can pull a plough or cart together.