“Ticks” or “Tics” or “Tix”

Overview

ticks / tics / tix 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

ticks: (noun) a metallic tapping sound. (noun) any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals. (noun) a light mattress. (verb) make a sound like a clock or a timer. (verb) sew.

tics: (noun) a local and habitual twitching especially in the face.

tix: NA

Pronunciation

ticks: t·IH·k·s

tics: t·IH·k·s

tix: NA

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