Yoke Definition & Meaning
yoke
- noun
- fabric comprising a fitted part at the top of a garment
- an oppressive power; "under the yoke of a tyrant"; "they threw off the yoke of domination"
- two items of the same kind
- a pair of draft animals joined by a yoke; "pulled by a yoke of oxen"
- support consisting of a wooden frame across the shoulders that enables a person to carry buckets hanging from each end
- a connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together
- stable gear that joins two draft animals at the neck so they can work together as a team
- verb
- become joined or linked together
- link with or as with a yoke; "yoke the oxen together"
- put a yoke on or join with a yoke; "Yoke the draft horses together"
"Yoke" in song lyrics
See how yoke is used in real songs:
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"Octomo torpedo flow, throw the Pope in a yoke"
9th Prince f/ Beretta 9 — Never Front -
"Get dope for shows and I''m still broke with nil yoke"
Brad Strut f/ Trem — Incite the Premises -
"In society's yoke"
Diamond f/ John Dough, Gina Thompson — J.D.'s Revenge
Words that rhyme with yoke
Usage tips for "yoke"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "yoke" 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 yoke to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does yoke mean?
- fabric comprising a fitted part at the top of a garment an oppressive power; "under the yoke of a tyrant"; "they threw off the yoke of domination" two items of the same kind a pair of draft animals joined by a yoke
- What part of speech is yoke?
- Yoke is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does yoke have?
- Yoke has 10 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).