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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shank

/ʃæŋk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does shank mean?

noun, verb

The lower part of the leg below the knee, or a long, thick, tapering piece of wood or metal used as a handle or a club. To cut or shape something roughly, especially with a dull tool.

Example

"The hiker used a long shank to help her climb the steep mountain."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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