Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yoke
noun/verb
/joʊk/
Definition
A wooden beam used to join a pair of oxen or other draft animals to work together.
Examples
- Farmers often use a yoke to help plow the fields with their oxen.
- The metaphorical yoke of responsibility can weigh heavily on those in leadership positions.
Meaning
To yoke means to bind or link together, often used in farming to pair animals.
Synonyms
- Harness
- Coupling
- Link
