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rook

The correct spelling is rook.

How to pronounce rook

/ɹuːk/
noun

IPA: /ɹuːk/

Say it like: Roo-k

The correct spelling is rook. A European bird, Corvus frugilegus, of the crow family.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A European bird, Corvus frugilegus, of the crow family.
  2. 2.A cheat or swindler; someone who betrays.
  3. 3.A type of firecracker used by farmers to scare birds of the same name.
  4. 4.A trick-taking game, usually played with a specialized deck of cards.
  5. 5.A bad deal, a rip-off.

verb

  1. 1.To cheat or swindle.
  2. 2.To squat; to ruck.
  3. 3.Pronunciation spelling of look.

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