The word "lakins" is not a commonly used word in contemporary English, and its spelling is somewhat unconventional. It may refer to "Laykins", a surname, or be a variation of the word "lackeys", meaning servants or followers. The IPA phonetic transcription of "lak-ins" would be /ˈleɪkɪnz/, with the stress on the first syllable. This spelling includes a silent "s" that is not pronounced, which may contribute to the confusion around its usage and spelling.