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Yerkes

Noun (Proper)

a surname of English origin

Sample Sentence:

My new co-worker's last name is Yerkes.

Noun

1. a popular and locally known chocolate dessert

2. a type of small flowering plant native to North America

Sample Sentences:

1. I can't resist the temptation of trying the delicious yerkes at the local bakery.

2. Yerkes are commonly found in gardens and are known for their vibrant colors.

Adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Yerkes Observatory

Sample Sentence:

The Yerkes Telescope is a remarkable piece of equipment.

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• Yerkes Chocolate
• Yerkes Flowering Plant
• Yerkes Telescope