jugum

Meanings

• noun

  yoke, a wooden or metal frame worn over the shoulders and across the back, used to connect two animals or to tether an animal to a stationary object.

  - "The oxen were yoked together for plowing the field."
  - "The farmer tied the horse to the jugum to keep it from wandering."

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Variants

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jugful , jugfuls , jugsful

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Etymology

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From Latin jugum, a yoke.

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Trivia

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1. The Roman goddess Juno was often depicted holding a jugum in her hand, symbolizing her role as the goddess of marriage and the protector of married women.

2. The term 'juggernaut' comes from the name of a Hindu god, Jagannath, whose chariot was so large and heavy that it was said to run over anything in its path.

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1. harness: A harness is a device used to attach a load to an animal or a machine. It is similar to a jugum but is often more complex and includes straps, buckles, and other components.

2. neck yoke: A neck yoke is a type of yoke that rests on the neck of an animal rather than on its shoulders. It is used for animals such as oxen and water buffalo that have strong necks and are used for heavy labor.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, the jugum was a symbol of servitude and was often used metaphorically to refer to a burden or a difficult situation. The phrase 'sub jugum' means 'under the yoke' or 'under control'.

How to Memorize "jugum"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a wooden or metal frame being placed over the shoulders and across the back. Visualize two animals connected by this frame as they work together to pull a load.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'jugum' with the image of a yoke or with the idea of two animals working together.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Just Over My Shoulders Underneath A Big Yoke' to remember the spelling and meaning of the word.

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