Definition of Flank
Flank
flank
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the area of the body between the ribs and the hip; also, the side of a four-legged animal, or a cut of meat from this side-part;
e.g. After sitting for a long period of time, my flank was sore.
(noun)
the side of something, the right or the left of a formation;
e.g. The settlers maneuvered to approach on the British left flank.
(verb)
to be situated to the side of;
e.g. Two giant stone monoliths flanked the entrance to the Egyptian tomb.
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