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   shank

   /ʃaŋk/

   noun

   • 1. a person's leg, especially the part from the knee to the ankle: "the old man's thin, bony shanks showed through his trousers"
   • ▪ the lower part of an animal's foreleg: "many fast animals have long shanks or calves"
   • ▪ the shank of an animal's leg as a cut of meat: "meals like ham hocks and lamb shanks are cooked with reasonably priced cuts of meat"
   • 2. a long, narrow part of a tool connecting the handle to the operational end: "gouges vary in the amount of curve or sweep on the cutting edge and the form of the shank"
   • ▪ the cylindrical part of a bit by which it is held in a drill.
   • ▪ the long stem of a key, spoon, anchor, etc.: "all Roman lever keys have a tubular shank"
   • ▪ the straight part of a fish hook.
   • 3. a part or appendage by which something is attached to something else, especially a wire loop attached to the back of a button.
   • ▪ the band of a ring rather than the setting or gemstone.
   • 4. the narrow middle of the sole of a shoe: "a rigid leather boot with a full shank"
   • 5. a makeshift knife fashioned from a sharp item such as broken glass or a razor: informal US "he used a shank to threaten a guard and steal his uniform"
   • 6. an act of striking the ball with the heel of the club: "he hit a shank with his tee shot and took double bogey"
   • ▪ a mishit shot, typically one that is struck with the frame of the racket: "one of the worst shots the great man has ever played—a forehand shank from on top of the net"

   verb

   • 1. strike (the ball) with the heel of the club: "I shanked a shot and hit a person on a shoulder"
   • ▪ mishit (a shot), typically by striking it with the frame of the racket: "he missed an easy smash then shanked a backhand volley"
   • 2. slash or stab (someone), especially with a makeshift knife: informal US "I got shanked with a broken bottle"

   Word Origin Old Englishsceanca, of West Germanic origin; related to Dutch schenk ‘leg bone’ and German Schenkel ‘thigh’. The use of the verb as a golfing term dates from the 1920s.

   Derivatives

   • 1. shanked adjective

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   Jun 25, 2024 · Clear and simple definitions in American English from Britannica's language experts. More usage examples than any other dictionary.

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   Jun 25, 2024 · LAMB SHANK. Lamb shanks are an inexpensive cut of meat begging to be slow cooked. Slow cooking turns this tough cut of lamb into the most tender, succulent, fall off the bone meat, while creating a luxurious depth of flavour in this delicious gravy.

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   Jun 27, 2024 · noun. a knot for shortening a line. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Sheepshank." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/sheepshank. Accessed 27 Jun. 2024. Copy citation. Examples from books and articles. loading examples... Word Family. sheepshanks. the "sheepshank" family.

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Cutting tool surfaces and elements are Shank, Flank Face, Rake face, Cutting edge, Cutting wedge, etc. Shank is the main body of the tool. If the tool is an inserted cutter type, the shank supports the cutter or bit. Cutting wedge is the tool body enclosed between the rake and the flank faces.

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   Jun 24, 2024 · Beef shank is a cut of meat that often gets overlooked, but it’s a powerhouse of flavor and nutrition for those following a carnivore diet. This tough, lean cut comes from the leg of the cow and requires slow cooking to break down its connective tissues.

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   Apr 8, 2014 · This easy Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks recipe delivers tender lamb in a rich sauce, perfect for year-round comfort without heating up your kitchen. When I crave the rich, hearty comfort of lamb shanks, I don’t want to wait for winter. I believe comfort food should be enjoyed all year round, even during the warmer months.

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   Jun 26, 2024 · The prosthetic knee is connected to the prosthetic foot by the shank, which is usually made of an aluminum or graphite tube. One of the most important aspect of a prosthetic knee joint would be its stance-phase control mechanism.

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    Jun 26, 2024 · What Is a Split Shank Ring? The split shank is a ring setting style designed with a band that parts as it reaches the centre stone. This design is distinct for having a visible space between the shoulders and the head of the ring, revealing some bare skin. However, there are split shank rings that maintain a split all the way around ...

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    Jun 29, 2024 · The meaning of TANG is a sharp distinctive often lingering flavor. How to use tang in a sentence.