Fork Definition

fork
noun
  1. cutlery used for serving and eating food
  2. the act of branching out or dividing into branches
  3. the region of the angle formed by the junction of two branches; "they took the south fork"; "he climbed into the crotch of a tree"
  4. an agricultural tool used for lifting or digging; has a handle and metal prongs
  5. the angle formed by the inner sides of the legs where they join the human trunk
verb
  1. lift with a pitchfork; "pitchfork hay"
  2. place under attack with one's own pieces, of two enemy pieces
  3. divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork; "The road forks"
  4. shape like a fork; "She forked her fingers"

"Fork" in song lyrics

See how fork is used in real songs:

  • "My girl taller, and all about the streets and the fork"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Shot Me Down
  • "Outline your body in chalk, and stab you with a rusty fork"
    9th Prince — Prince of New York
  • "he'll do his thing kid shook his coat and he dropped a fork"
    Aceyalone — The Greatest Show on Earth

Words that rhyme with fork

Usage tips for "fork"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fork" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fork to find words that pair well.

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