Meaning & Definition of word "Lank"
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Lank
/læŋk/
adjective:
- 1. Lank refers to something that is long, thin, and often awkward or loose.
- Example: The lank figure of the teenager made him look much taller than he actually was.
- 2. Describes hair that is long, straight, and lacking volume.
- Example: She let her lank hair hang down, unstyled and dull.
- 3. Referring to someone's physique as thin to the point of looking weak or ill.
- Example: After the long illness, he appeared lank and fragile.
Etymology
Middle English, of uncertain origin; possibly related to 'lank' in Old Norse.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lank hair:
Hair that is long and somewhat limp or lacking volume.
lank figure:
A person who is tall and thin in appearance.
Related Words
lanky:
Tall and lean, often awkwardly so.
slender:
Gracefully thin.
Slang Meanings of lank
Meaning: Cool or laid-back.
Example Sentence: That dude is so lank, he just goes with the flow.
Meaning: A state of being easygoing or relaxed.
Example Sentence: The party was super lank, everyone was just chilling.