Phrase guide

under the yoke

prep_phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Under subjugation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • They were under the yoke of the Romans.
  • They were under the Roman yoke.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: ikeen alla — subjugated
  • Greek: κάτω από το ζυγό (káto apó to zygó) — subjugated
  • Irish: faoi mhám — subjugated