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prong

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/prɔŋ/ · prong

A pointed or projecting part of something, especially a protruding part of a fork or similar object.

Meanings

nounformal

A pointed or projecting part of something, especially a protruding part of a fork or similar object.

کسی چیز کا نوکدار یا ابھرا ہوا حصہ، خاص طور پر کانٹے یا اسی طرح کی اشیاء کا ابھرا ہوا حصہ۔

چنڈک

chandak

Synonyms

pointtipspikeنوکسرتراش

Antonyms

baseflat partendذیلچوکااختتام

Common Collocations

  • tine prong
  • prong of a fork
  • metal prong

Example Sentences

The prong of the fork was bent.

کانٹے کا چنڈک مڑ گیا تھا۔

Kaante ka chandak mur gaya tha.

He inserted the prong into the power socket.

اس نے بجلی کے ساکٹ میں چنڈک ڈال دیا۔

Us ne bijli ke socket mein chandak daal diya.

Each prong on the tool has a specific function.

آلے پر ہر چنڈک کا مخصوص کام ہوتا ہے۔

Aalay par har chandak ka makhsoos kaam hota hai.

Easily Confused With

pronghorn:A pronghorn is a type of deer native to North America, which should not be confused with prong.

Word Family

pronged
adjectiveچنڈکی

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a fork's prong that helps you pick food.

Imagine a fork with its sharp prongs ready to hold delicious food.

✍️ Urdu Poetry

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🗣️ Urdu Proverb

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old English "prunga" — a pointed instrument

First known use: 14th century

The word has Old English origins, evolving from the term referring to sharp points used in various tools and utensils.