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prong

The correct spelling is prong.

How to pronounce prong

noun

IPA: /pɹɒŋ/

Say it like: Pro-ng

The correct spelling is prong. A thin, pointed, projecting part, as of an antler or a fork or similar tool. A tine. For example: "a pitchfork with four prongs"

Usage Examples

a pitchfork with four prongs

the two prongs of a river

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A thin, pointed, projecting part, as of an antler or a fork or similar tool. A tine.
  2. 2.A branch; a fork.
  3. 3.The penis.

verb

  1. 1.To pierce or poke with, or as if with, a prong

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