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单词 yoke back
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Definition of yoke back in English:

yoke back

noun ˌjəʊk ˈbak
  • 1A chair back resembling a yoke in shape, having a curved top rail with protruding ends; (also) the chair itself. Frequently attributive, especially in "yoke-back chair".

  • 2A part of a garment shaped to fit over the back of the shoulders or around the back of the hips. Also: the rear side of a garment featuring such a part.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Liverpool Mercury. From yoke + back.

Definition of yoke back in US English:

yoke back

nounˌjəʊk ˈbak
  • 1A chair back resembling a yoke in shape, having a curved top rail with protruding ends; (also) the chair itself. Frequently attributive, especially in "yoke-back chair".

  • 2A part of a garment shaped to fit over the back of the shoulders or around the back of the hips. Also: the rear side of a garment featuring such a part.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Liverpool Mercury. From yoke + back.

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