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flank

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noun

The flesh between the last rib and the hip; the side.

Examples :

"The doctor gently pressed on the dog's flank to check for any pain. "

body anatomy part

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noun

A cut of meat from the flank of an animal.

Examples :

"The butcher recommended a flank steak for the barbecue. "

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noun

The extreme left or right edge of a military formation, army etc.

Examples :

"The general worried the enemy would attack the army's flank, as it was the most exposed part of their position. "

military position war

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noun

The sides of a bastion perpendicular to the wall from which the bastion projects.

Examples :

"The archers positioned on the flank of the castle's bastion provided covering fire, protecting the wall from enemies trying to approach its side. "

military architecture war

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noun

The side of something, in general senses.

Examples :

"The dog lay on the flank of the sofa, resting comfortably. "

part position body military

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noun

The outermost strip of a road.

Examples :

"The cyclist stayed close to the flank of the road to avoid the faster car traffic. "

area position traffic

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noun

The wing, one side of the pitch.

Examples :

"The winger stayed wide on the flank of the pitch, waiting for a pass. "

sport position area

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noun

That part of the acting surface of a gear wheel tooth that lies within the pitch line.

Examples :

"The gear's flank was slightly worn, reducing its efficiency. "

part machine technical

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verb

To attack the flank(s) of.

Examples :

"The army flank attacked the enemy's position to gain a tactical advantage. "

military action

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verb

To defend the flank(s) of.

Examples :

"The football team flanked the opposing player to prevent him from scoring. "

military action

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verb

To place to the side(s) of.

Examples :

"The teacher flanked the student with two assistants to help him. "

position military place

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verb

To be placed to the side(s) of something (usually in terms of two objects, one on each side).

Examples :

"Two tall bookshelves flanked the living room fireplace. "

position military direction

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adjective

Examples :

"All ahead flank!"

nautical military technical vehicle war sailing