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Definition of k

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K () the eleventh letter of the English alphabet, is nonvocal consonant. The form and sound of the letter K are from the Latin, which used the letter but little except in the early period of the language. It came into the Latin from the Greek, which received it from a Phoenician source, the ultimate origin probably being Egyptian. Etymologically K is most nearly related to c, g, h (which see)..

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Now :: Now (adv.) At a time contemporaneous with something spoken of or contemplated; at a particular time referred to.

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Porret :: Porret (n.) A scallion; a leek or small onion.

Play :: Play (n.) To engage in sport or lively recreation; to exercise for the sake of amusement; to frolic; to spot.