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shank

British pronunciation/ʃˈæŋk/
American pronunciation/ˈʃæŋk/
Shank
[NOUN]
1

the lower part of the leg of an animal between the knee and the ankle

synonyms : cannon
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shank definition and meaning

What is "shank"?

the shank refers to the lower part of the leg, specifically the portion between the knee and the ankle. It includes the tibia and fibula, which are the two long bones that form the lower leg. The shank plays a crucial role in weight-bearing, stability, and locomotion, allowing for walking, running, and other lower-limb movements. Understanding the anatomy and function of the shank is important for overall lower limb strength, balance, and mobility.

2

the part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle

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3

a cut of meat from the lower portion of an animal's leg, known for its rich flavor when cooked

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4

a poor golf stroke in which the heel of the club hits the ball

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5

the narrow part of the shoe connecting the heel and the wide part of the sole

synonyms : waist
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6

cylinder forming the part of a bit by which it is held in the drill

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7

cylinder forming the part of a bolt between the thread and the head

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8

cylinder forming a long narrow part of something

synonyms : stem
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to shank
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

hit (a golf ball) with the heel of a club, causing the ball to veer in the wrong direction

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Examples
1He mastered the art of slow-cooking chevon shanks.
2If we miss the last bus, we'll have to rely on shank's pony to get home.
3Since his car broke down, Tim has been traveling to work on shank's pony.
4They organized a cozy dinner party and served braised pork shanks as the main course.
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