Flank

Pronunciation: /ˈflæŋk/

Flank (noun)

  1. the side part of an animal or person's body between the ribs and the hip
  2. the side of something, such as a building or mountain
  3. the side of a military formation or position

Examples

  • The horse had a scar on its flank.
  • She felt a sharp pain in her left flank.

Common collocations: left flank, right flank, flank of the mountain, flank of the hill, protect the flank

Flank (verb)

  1. to be located at the side of something
  2. to attack or approach from the side

Examples

  • The path flanked the river.
  • Tall trees flanked the driveway.

Synonyms of Flank

Neutral

Antonyms of Flank

  • — When referring to the middle part of something.