How to Pronounce "amuck"
word
əˈmək
uh-MUHK
ɐmˈʌk
uh-MUK
Definition
To behave in a wild, uncontrolled, or violent way, often suddenly and uncontrollably.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈmək
British English
ɐmˈʌk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MUHK
UK
uh-MUK
Listen in Context
The kids ran amuck in the playground.
When the door was left open, the dogs went amuck.
After the power outage, the machines ran amuck.
Sometimes, rumors can spread and people start running amuck online.