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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shanks

/ʃæŋks/ noun · British & US
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What does shanks mean?

noun

The lower part of the leg below the knee, or a long, thin piece of metal used for driving or pounding. In sports, the shanks of a golf club or a cricket bat refer to the handle or the part of the club that is held by the player.

Example

"The athlete strained his shanks during the long run."

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