The meaning of EKE is also. How to use eke in a sentence.

EKE definition: to increase; enlarge; lengthen. See examples of eke used in a sentence.

a. to make (a living) or maintain (existence) meagerly and with great effort: to eke out an income. b. to supplement; add to. c. to mete out in small amounts.

Eke is a versatile verb often associated with the concept of stretching limited resources. In contrast, eek is a reflexive interjection that conveys a startle or scare.

eke /ik/ v. eked, ek•ing. eke out, [~ + out + object], to get or maintain with great effort and difficulty: to eke out an income with odd jobs.

Factsheet What does the verb eke mean? There are seven meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb eke, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation …

Families eke out an existence in tiny shelters made from rubbish or threadbare canvas sheets.