English Expression · Intermediate
yoke line
A rope or line attached to the ends of a tiller yoke for steering by pulling or slacking the lines
Pronunciation: say yoke line
Meaning
A rope or line attached to the ends of a tiller yoke for steering by pulling or slacking the lines.
Example
The sailor pulled on the port yoke line to steer the small boat.
The sailor pulled on the port yoke line to steer the small boat.
Practice tips
- Practice yoke line out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.