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The correct spelling is conk.
How to pronounce conk
noun
IPA: /kɒŋk/
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The correct spelling is conk. A marine gastropod of the family Strombidae which lives in its own spiral shell.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A marine gastropod of the family Strombidae which lives in its own spiral shell.
- 2.The shell of this sea animal.
- 3.A musical instrument made from a large spiral seashell, somewhat like a trumpet.
- 4.The semidome of an apse, or the apse itself.
- 5.A machine (rather like a rotating pestle and mortar) used to refine the flavour and texture of chocolate by warming and grinding.
verb
- 1.To hit, especially on the head.
- 2.To chemically straighten tightly curled hair.
- 3.(often with out) To fail or show signs of failing, cease operating, break down, become unconscious.
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