“Erk” or “Irk”

Overview

erk / irk 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

erk: NA

irk: NA

Pronunciation

erk: ER·k

irk: ER·k

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Examples in Context

Examples of “erk”

…turn converge on disruption of ERK and PI3K signaling.
…drawing up the statutes of ERK, a Muslim Socialist organisation.
…because KSR2 gene reduces the ERK signaling and it reduces glucose…

Examples of “irk”

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