Correct spelling for the English word "mullikin" is [mˈʌlɪkˌɪn], [mˈʌlɪkˌɪn], [m_ˈʌ_l_ɪ_k_ˌɪ_n] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The word "mullikin" is of uncertain etymology. It does not have a well-documented origin or a clear linguistic history. It is considered a dialectal term, mainly found in some regions of the United States, particularly in the Appalachian area.
"Mullikin" is often used as a variant or colloquialism for the word "mulligan". "Mulligan" itself is primarily known as a term in golf, referring to a free second chance at a shot. However, in dialects and slang, "mulligan" or "mulligatawny" can also refer to a second chance in general or a do-over.
It is possible that "mullikin" developed as a regional variation or mispronunciation of "mulligan" in certain dialects, but without concrete evidence or historical records, its precise origin remains speculative.