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Queue

KYOO

/kjuː/

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Queue

Dictionary meaning

A line of people or vehicles waiting their turn; also a sequence of tasks.

Examples

  • The queue for the new phone stretched around the block.

Common mispronunciations

KYOO-eekway

Pronunciation tips

One syllable — all five letters make just 'KYOO'. From French.

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