auk / awk are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇
auk: (noun) black-and-white short-necked web-footed diving bird of northern seas.
awk: NA
auk: NA
awk: NA
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