yoke
noun
Pronunciation: /joʊk/
Definition
A wooden bar or frame that is placed over the necks of two animals, such as oxen or horses, enabling them to pull together.
Examples
The farmer harnessed the oxen with a sturdy wooden yoke.
The yoke was designed to distribute the weight evenly between the two animals.
Without the yoke, the oxen could not have pulled the heavy cart.
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