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“Auk” or “Awk”

Overview

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. 👇

Definitions

auk: (noun) black-and-white short-necked web-footed diving bird of northern seas.

awk: NA

Pronunciation

auk: NA

awk: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “auk”

  • A croaking auk auk auk is vocalized by
  • Auk 123(4): 1052–1068.

Examples of “awk”

  • idiosyncratic solo drums-and-electronics noise outfit Awk Wah, and forming the collective
  • Magus, Dream State Vision, and Awk Wah.


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