nounπShareThe flesh between the last rib and the hip; the side."The doctor gently pressed on the dog's flank to check for any pain. "bodyanatomypartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA cut of meat from the flank of an animal."The butcher recommended a flank steak for the barbecue. "foodanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe extreme left or right edge of a military formation, army etc."The general worried the enemy would attack the army's flank, as it was the most exposed part of their position. "militarypositionwarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe sides of a bastion perpendicular to the wall from which the bastion projects."The archers positioned on the flank of the castle's bastion provided covering fire, protecting the wall from enemies trying to approach its side. "militaryarchitecturewarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe side of something, in general senses."The dog lay on the flank of the sofa, resting comfortably. "partpositionbodymilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe outermost strip of a road."The cyclist stayed close to the flank of the road to avoid the faster car traffic. "areapositiontrafficChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe wing, one side of the pitch."The winger stayed wide on the flank of the pitch, waiting for a pass. "sportpositionareaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThat part of the acting surface of a gear wheel tooth that lies within the pitch line."The gear's flank was slightly worn, reducing its efficiency. "partmachinetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo attack the flank(s) of."The army flank attacked the enemy's position to gain a tactical advantage. "militaryactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo defend the flank(s) of."The football team flanked the opposing player to prevent him from scoring. "militaryactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo place to the side(s) of."The teacher flanked the student with two assistants to help him. "positionmilitaryplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be placed to the side(s) of something (usually in terms of two objects, one on each side)."Two tall bookshelves flanked the living room fireplace. "positionmilitarydirectionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShare(of speed) Maximum. Historically faster than full speed (the most a vessel can sustain without excessive engine wear or risk of damage), now frequently used interchangeably. Typically used in an emergency or during an attack."All ahead flank!"nauticalmilitarytechnicalvehiclewarsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
