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flank Definition and Meaning in English (flank definition)

noun
Synonyms:sidewing
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Flank definition: The side of an animal's body between the ribs and the hip, or the side of a military formation.

Definitions of Flank

  1. 1noun

    The side of an animal's body between the ribs and the hip, or the side of a military formation.

  2. 2verb

    To be situated on each side of or on one side of something, or to move around the side of an enemy.

Example Sentences

“The horse's flanks were covered in sweat after the race.”

“The soldiers were ordered to flank the enemy.”

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past tenseflanked
present participleflanking

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Flank definition: The side of an animal's body between the ribs and the hip, or the side of a military formation.
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'Flank' translates to 'flank' in English. Flank definition: The side of an animal's body between the ribs and the hip, or the side of a military formation.
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