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fork

[fɔːk]

fork Definition

  • 1a tool with two or more pointed prongs for lifting and eating food
  • 2the point where something, especially a road or river, divides into two parts

Using fork: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fork" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She used a fork to eat her salad.

  • Example

    The fork in the road led to two different destinations.

  • Example

    He forked over the money he owed me.

  • Example

    The river forked into two smaller streams.

fork Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using fork

  • stick a fork in it

    to declare something finished or done

    Example

    I think we can stick a fork in this project; it's finally complete.

  • a small, two-pronged metal instrument that vibrates when struck and is used to test hearing

    Example

    The doctor used a turning fork to check my hearing.

  • a person who is born into wealth and privilege

    Example

    She's a silver fork who has never had to work a day in her life.

Phrases with fork

  • a long-handled fork with two or three long, thin, pointed prongs, used for lifting hay, straw, or leaves

    Example

    He was holding a pitchfork and a bale of hay.

  • to pay a large amount of money, often unwillingly

    Example

    I had to fork out $500 for the car repairs.

  • to give or pay something, often unwillingly

    Example

    He finally forked over the money he owed me.

Origins of fork

from Old English 'forca', meaning 'fork, pitchfork'

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Summary: fork in Brief

A 'fork' [fɔːk] is a tool with two or more pointed prongs used for lifting and eating food. It also refers to the point where something divides into two parts, such as a road or river. Examples include 'She used a fork to eat her salad.' and 'The river forked into two smaller streams.' Phrases like 'fork out' and idioms like 'stick a fork in it' add to its versatility.

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