Meaning & Definition of word "Hank"
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Hank
/hæŋk/
noun:
- 1. A coil or skein of yarn or thread.
- Example: She bought a hank of wool to knit a sweater.
- 2. A loop or knot found in some forms of thread or cord.
- Example: He had to untangle the hank of fishing line before casting out.
verb:
- 1. To wind thread or yarn into hanks.
- Example: The workers hanked the cotton to prepare it for sale.
Etymology
Middle English possibly from Old Norse 'hǫk' meaning a hook, referring to the way thread is wound.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hankering for something:
A strong desire for something.
hank's up:
To be excited or energized about something.
Related Words
skein:
A length of thread or yarn wound in a loose coil.
thread:
A long, thin strand of cotton, wool, or other fibers.
Slang Meanings of hank
Meaning: To hank out
Example Sentence: They all hanked out to the beach for a fun day.
Meaning: Hanky panky
Example Sentence: There was some hanky panky going on at the party.