How to Pronounce "tine"
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ˈtaɪn
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tˈaɪn
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Definition
A tine is a long, pointed part that sticks out from a fork, comb, rake, or similar tool, like one of the sharp parts on a fork.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪn
British English
tˈaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The fork has four tines.
Be careful, the tines are sharp.
A rake has many tines for moving leaves.
One of the tines on my comb broke off this morning.