ark Meaning & Definition
/ɑːk/
What Does Ark Mean?
As a symbol, ark means ISO 639-3 language code for Arikapú. As a noun, it means A large box with a flat lid. As a noun, it means Noah's Ark: the ship built by Noah to save his family and a collection of animals from the deluge.
Ark in Brief
| Part of speech | symbol, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɑːk// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | ark of the covenant, barge and basket |
| Plural | arks |
Ark Definition (Symbol)
- ISO 639-3 language code for Arikapú.
Ark as a Noun
- A large box with a flat lid.
- The ship built by Noah to save his family and a collection of animals from the deluge; Noah's ark.
- Something affording protection; safety, shelter, refuge.
the Ark of Bukhara
- The body as a vessel.
- A spacious type of boat with a flat bottom.
- The Ark of the Covenant.
- A decorated cabinet at the front of a synagogue, in which Torah scrolls are kept.
Noun
- Noah's Ark: the ship built by Noah to save his family and a collection of animals from the deluge.
Synonyms of Ark
Ark synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Ark
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Ark in a Sentence
the Ark of Bukhara
Word Forms & Grammar
ark (plural arks)
Words That Rhyme With Ark
Origin of Ark
From Middle English arke, from Old English earc, ærc, from Latin arca (“chest, box, coffer”), from arceō (“to enclose”).
Pronouncing Ark
Ark is pronounced //ɑːk// and has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Ark
Is ark a symbol or a noun?
Ark is mainly used as a symbol, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for ark?
Words with a similar meaning to ark include ark of the covenant, barge and basket. See the full list of ark synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of ark?
The plural of ark is arks.