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The correct spelling is uncle.
How to pronounce uncle
/ˈʌŋ.kəl/
nounIPA: /ˈʌŋ.kəl/
Say it like: Unc-le
The correct spelling is uncle. The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
- 2.The male cousin of one’s parent.
- 3.A companion to one's (usually unmarried) mother.
- 4.A source of advice, encouragement, or help.
- 5.A pawnbroker.
verb
- 1.To address somebody by the term uncle.
- 2.To act like, or as, an uncle.
interjection
- 1.A cry used to indicate surrender.
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