lark
Lark (noun) means a small songbird known for its cheerful singing, often heard early in the morning. Example: “A lark sang high above the meadow at dawn.”
How to use lark
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the small singing bird, or a bit of harmless fun/mischief.
Don't confuse the noun "a lark" (fun) with the phrase "up with the lark," which just means waking up early.
Word forms
larked past tense, larked past tense, larks plural, larks plural, larks singular, larks singular
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A _____ sang high above the meadow at dawn.
Etymology
From Old English lāwerce, referring to the bird — the sense of "prank" developed much later and its origin is uncertain.
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Rhymes for lark
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What does “lark” mean?
The word “lark” means a small songbird known for its cheerful singing, often heard early in the morning. In plain terms, either the small singing bird, or a bit of harmless fun/mischief.
How do you pronounce “lark”?
“Lark” is pronounced lahk (/lɑɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “lark” in a sentence?
Here is “lark” used in a sentence: “A lark sang high above the meadow at dawn.”
What is another word for “lark”?
Words with a similar meaning to “lark” include whim and especially in phrase on a whim.
What part of speech is “lark”?
Depending on how it is used, “lark” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “lark” come from?
The word “lark” comes from Old English. From Old English lāwerce, referring to the bird — the sense of "prank" developed much later and its origin is uncertain.
Is “lark” a common word?
“Lark” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “lark” have?
“Lark” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small songbird known for its cheerful singing, often heard early in the morning.
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