Etymology:
The word "spoke" comes from the Old English word "spaca", which means "spoke of a wheel". It is related to the Old Norse word "spiki", the Gothic word "spaka", and the Sanskrit word "sphat", all of which also mean "spoke".
Meaning:
A spoke is a thin, rod-like piece of wood or metal used to connect the hub of a wheel to the rim. Spokes provide support and rigidity to the wheel, allowing it to roll smoothly.
Origin:
The invention of the spoked wheel is attributed to the ancient Sumerians in Mesopotamia around 3500 BC. The earliest spoked wheels were made of wood and were used on chariots. Over time, metal spokes began to be used, and wheels with different numbers of spokes were developed for different purposes.
Other meanings:
In addition to its primary meaning as a part of a wheel, "spoke" can also refer to:
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