Definitions for ankh

ankh ankh

Spelling: [angk]
IPA: /æŋk/

Ankh is a 4 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 11 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.

You can make 24 anagrams from letters in ankh (ahkn).

Definitions for ankh

noun

  1. a tau cross with a loop at the top, used as a symbol of generation or enduring life.

Origin of ankh

First recorded in 1885-90, ankh is from the Egyptian word ʿnh̬ live; apparently at least partially homophonous with word for “sandal strap,” hence stylized picture of sandal strap became symb

Examples for ankh

We're in possession of the ankh, like Cap'n Mac was, so we're safe enough for the present.

"Lay him here this way—right beside the ankh," replied Burt.

I led him forward a step, then picked up the ankh an' stood it on end.

The ankh and mummy-case were set down right in front of him.

And we can carry off this whole blamed zareba that way, with the ankh too!

Its hieroglyphic name is ankh, and its signification is “to live.”

In short, whoever had possession o' the ankh could boss the whole country.

"With the ankh—just lay your hand on him like Mbopo did," explained Critch, laughing.

Then come the two brothers carryin' the ankh between 'em on the spear.

And here the inquiry is suggested, Was the ankh am the same as the modern henneh?

Word Value for ankh
Scrable

11

Words with friends

11

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