Burk

or Burke

[ burk ]

noun

1. Martha Jane, 1852?–1903, Calamity Jane.

burk

/ bɜːk /

noun

1. slang.
   a variant spelling of berk

Example Sentences

Despite state officials from both parties explaining that machines could indeed read such ballots, a woman named Staci Burk quickly filed a lawsuit regarding the issue.

From Salon

In Los Angeles County, there has been a public outcry in recent years over the deaths of women like April Valentine, 31, and Bridgette Burks, 32 — Black mothers who left behind devastated families.

From Los Angeles Times

Alec Burks, who had been out of the rotation entirely until re-emerging after a rash of injuries, added 18 points off the bench and Isaiah Hartenstein had seven points and 17 rebounds.

From Seattle Times

“Last year was our first race season,” Burks said.

From Seattle Times

The American designer Stephen Burks has once again teamed up with the outdoor furniture company Dedon to create a new piece that uses the company’s signature woven fibers.

From New York Times