Pronunciation: [jˈə͡ʊkt] (IPA) 
The word "yolked" is spelled with a silent "e" at the end, which is typical of many English words. The "y" is pronounced as /j/, the "o" as /oʊ/, the "l" as /l/, the "k" as /k/, and the "e" as silent. The word is typically used to describe the state of an animal's egg once the yolk and the white have become attached. So if you're talking about a chicken egg that's ready for cracking, you might say that it's now "yolked."
Yolked, also spelled as yoked, is an adjective derived from the word "yoke." It refers to something that is connected or joined together, resembling the idea of a yoke that is traditionally used to harness two animals together to work as a team. The term is commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
In its literal sense, yolked often pertains to a pair or groups of animals that are physically harnessed together by a yoke. This term is frequently associated with yoked oxen or other draft animals that are yoked together to pull heavy loads or work on farms. It signifies their cooperative effort and shared burden.
Metaphorically, being yolked describes a similar concept of connection or collaboration. It can refer to individuals or groups operating harmoniously, coordinating their efforts towards a common goal or objective. This implies a unified endeavor, working together in unison or partnership.
The term yolked can also be used in a colloquial sense to describe physical strength or muscularity, particularly in reference to the musculature around the neck and upper body. In this context, it suggests strength, power, and physical fitness.
Whether describing the physical connection implied by a yoke, or metaphorically referring to harmonious collaboration, or even characterizing muscularity, being yolked conveys the notion of interconnectedness, unity, and cooperative effort.
The word "yolked" is derived from the noun "yolk", which can refer to the yellow internal part of an egg. The etymology of "yolk" can be traced back to the Old English word "geolc", which itself has Germanic roots. This word was later modified to "yelk" in Middle English and eventually became "yolk" in Modern English. The verb form "yolked" is formed by adding the "-ed" suffix to "yolk", indicating that something has been joined or connected.
