How to Pronounce "tusks"
word
ˈtəsks
TUHSKS
tˈʌsks
TUSKS
Definition
Long, curved, pointed teeth that stick out from the mouths of some animals, like elephants or walruses. They are used for digging, fighting, or showing dominance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtəsks
British English
tˈʌsks
Simplified Pronunciation
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TUHSKS
UK
TUSKS
Listen in Context
Elephants have long tusks to help them dig for water.
Walruses use their tusks to climb out of the water onto ice.
A wild boar's tusks can be very sharp.
Some elephants are hunted for their tusks, which are made of ivory.