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flanks Definition and Meaning in English (flanks definition)

noun
Synonyms:sidesloins
Quick Answer • Definition

Flanks definition: The sides of an animal's or person's body between the ribs and the hip.

Definitions of Flanks

  1. 1noun

    The sides of an animal's or person's body between the ribs and the hip.

  2. 2noun

    The sides of a military formation, building, or other structure.

  3. 3verb

    To be situated on each side of or on one side of someone or something.

Example Sentences

“The horse's flanks were heaving after the long race.”

“The army protected its flanks from enemy attacks.”

“The two bodyguards flank the dignitary as he walks.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveflank
past tenseflanked
present participleflanking
nounflank

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Flanks definition: The sides of an animal's or person's body between the ribs and the hip.
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'Flanks' translates to 'flanks' in English. Flanks definition: The sides of an animal's or person's body between the ribs and the hip.
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