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uncles

The correct spelling is uncles.

How to pronounce uncles

noun

Say it like: Unc-les

The correct spelling is uncles. The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The brother or brother-in-law of one’s parent.
  2. 2.The male cousin of one’s parent.
  3. 3.A companion to one's (usually unmarried) mother.
  4. 4.A source of advice, encouragement, or help.
  5. 5.A pawnbroker.

verb

  1. 1.To address somebody by the term uncle.
  2. 2.To act like, or as, an uncle.

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