What does SPOKE mean?

Here is the requested information for "spoke": Spoke
  1. Parts of Speech: noun, verb
  2. Definitions:
    • (noun) each of the bars or wire rods connecting the center of a wheel to its outer edge.
    • (verb) say something in order to convey information or to express a feeling.
  3. Pronunciations:
    • US: /spoʊk/
    • UK: /spəʊk/
  4. Origin and Usage: The word "spoke" originated from the Old English spāca, meaning "spoke of a wheel". It has been used since the 14th century to refer to the rods connecting the center of a wheel to its outer edge. The verb form of "spoke" has been used since the 16th century to refer to conveying information or expressing feelings.
  5. Synonyms:
    • (noun) bar, rod, stave, spokelet
    • (verb) say, talk, converse, communicate, express
  6. Related Words:
    • spoil
    • spook
    • spore
    • spout
    • spurn
  7. Example Sentences:
    • The bicycle wheel had 32 spokes.
    • He spoke about his experience at the conference.


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