júnyer — meaning in English

English meaning

• strive verb To make a great and sustained effort to achieve something.
• yoke 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.

Senses

júnyer is used for these senses in English:

• strive To try to achieve a result; to make strenuous effort; to try earnestly and persistently.
• strive To struggle in opposition; to be in contention or dispute; to contend; to contest.
• yoke To be or become connected, linked, or united in a relationship; to have dealings with.

yoke — full definition

1. 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.
2. noun The part of a garment that fits around the shoulders or hips, from which the rest hangs.
3. noun Figuratively, a burden, bond, or restraint imposed on someone, such as oppression or an obligation.
4. verb To join two draught animals together with a yoke, or attach them to a cart or plough.
5. verb To link or unite two things or people closely, often in a way that feels restrictive.

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