Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

above-the-neck rule

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.38 in modern English

Syllables: above-the--neck- rule
IPA

30

Scrabble Score

16

Letters

5

Syllables

13

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Alternative form of above the neck rule.

Example Sentences

"Follow the above-the-neck rule. When cold symptoms are above your neck (like a stuffy, drippy nose), it’s okay to exercise lightly. But when symptoms are below the neck (such as muscle aches, chest congestion, cough), don’t ride."
"Observe the above-the-neck-rule—If your symptoms are above he beck (blocked nose, cough, headache), it is generally accepted that you can continue with light exercise. If, however, your symptoms are below the neck, it is advised that you rest completely."

Inflected Forms

the above-the-neck rule (canonical) above the neck rule (alternative)

Questions

What does above-the-neck rule mean?: Alternative form of above the neck rule.

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