Pronunciation: [ʌndjˈuːk] (IPA) 
"Unduke" is a non-existent word, therefore it does not have a specific spelling. However, if we look at the phonetic transcription of this word using IPA, it can be broken down into [ʌn] + [duːk], where [ʌn] represents the unstressed schwa sound, and [duːk] represents the stressed long vowel sound "oo" followed by the consonant "k". Understanding IPA phonetics can help in proper pronunciation and spelling of words.
Unduke (verb):
1. To reverse or undo a previous ducal status or title, restoring the individual to a non-ducal rank or position. The term unduke is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" meaning to reverse or negate and the noun "duke", which refers to a ruler of a duchy or a noble with a high-ranking hereditary title in certain countries. The act of unduking typically involves the removal or revocation of the individual's noble privileges, responsibilities, and affiliations associated with the ducal status.
2. To disentangle or free oneself from the influence, control, or dominance of a duke or a ducal authority figure. This usage of unduke is metaphorical and implies breaking free from the constraints or restraints imposed by a person of high social or political standing. Unduking in this sense denotes an individual's effort to regain personal autonomy, independence, or freedom from the power dynamics associated with the position of a duke.
3. In historical contexts, unduke can also refer to the process of reversing a previous nomination or appointment of an individual as a duke, especially when irregularities or faults are later discovered in the selection or election process. This definition implies an annulment or cancellation of the bestowed title and a retraction of the privileges and responsibilities that come with being a duke.
