bank
bank
bænk
bānk
British pronunciation
/bænk/

Definition & Meaning of "bank"in English

Bank
01

a financial institution that keeps and lends money and provides other financial services

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Can you recommend a reliable bank for opening a new account?
1.1

the building where you go to do your banking

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He walked into the bank to deposit a check and withdraw some cash.
1.2

a small receptacle with an opening, often used for collecting and storing coins or small amounts of money

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She dropped a coin into her piggy bank every time she received pocket money.
1.3

the money that the casino or dealer has during a gambling game

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The poker player went all-in, hoping to win the entire bank.
02

land along the sides of a river, canal, etc.

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The children played on the sandy bank of the river, building sandcastles and skipping stones.
03

a long, raised mass of earth, sand, snow, or other material

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The snowplow created a high bank of snow along the sides of the road.
04

an organized arrangement of similar objects placed in a row or in multiple tiers

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The pilot carefully navigated the plane past the bank of clouds stretching across the horizon.
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a flight maneuver in which an aircraft tilts sideways along its longitudinal axis, typically while turning

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The pilot executed a smooth bank to the right to avoid the storm ahead.
06

a sloped pile of dirt next to roads to keep them strong and stop them from wearing away

What is a "bank"?

A bank is a sloped pile of dirt or soil that is placed next to roads, ditches, or raised areas of land to provide support and prevent the ground from wearing away. It helps to keep the land stable, preventing the road from breaking down or washing away, especially during heavy rain or strong winds. Banks are often created along the edges of roads or rivers to maintain the structure of the land and protect it from damage caused by natural forces. They are important for preserving the strength and durability of transportation routes and other areas that might be at risk of being damaged.

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She noticed wildflowers growing on the grassy bank.
07

a reserve supply or stockpile of resources, such as money, goods, or materials, saved for future use, especially in emergencies

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The hospital maintained a blood bank to ensure they had an adequate supply for emergencies.
08

a large amount of money

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He deposited some serious bank after closing that deal.
to bank
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to arrange items in an orderly manner for organization or storage

Transitive: to bank sth
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The workers banked the boxes neatly against the wall to maximize space in the warehouse.
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to deposit money into a bank account for safekeeping or future use

Transitive: to bank a sum of money
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She decided to bank her entire paycheck to save up for a new car.
03

to engage in the business of providing financial services, such as accepting deposits, offering loans, and managing investments

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They decided to bank in the city to attract a larger customer base.
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to tilt or lean an object, especially an aircraft, sideways along its longitudinal axis

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Transitive: to bank an aircraft
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The pilot skillfully banked the plane to the right to make a smooth turn.
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to build a raised barrier or embankment along or around an area

Transitive: to bank an area
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The workers banked the river to prevent flooding during the rainy season.
06

to have faith, trust, or confidence in someone or something

Intransitive: to bank on sb/sth
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She always banks on her best friend to provide honest advice.
07

to cover a fire with ashes or other material to regulate its burning rate and maintain a slow, steady burn

Transitive: to bank a fire
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Before going to bed, he carefully banked the fire in the wood stove to keep it burning through the night.
08

to engage in financial activities with a bank, such as maintaining an account or using the bank's services

Intransitive: to bank | to bank with an institution
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She decided to bank with a local credit union for better customer service.
09

to act as the person or entity responsible for managing and distributing money or chips in a game or gambling setting

Transitive: to bank a game or gamble
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He offered to bank the poker game, ensuring all bets and payouts were handled fairly.
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