Meaning & Definition of word "Plank"
Plank
/plæŋk/
noun:
- 1. A long, flat piece of timber, thicker than a board.
- Example: He used a plank of wood to build the bench by the garden.
- 2. A printed advertisement or notice.
- Example: The event was advertised on a plank in the town square.
- 3. A weak or clumsy person.
- Example: The coach called him a plank for not participating in the drills.
verb:
- 1. To cover or floor with planks.
- Example: They plan to plank the entire porch for a more finished look.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old French 'plance', from Latin 'planca'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
plank down:
to lay something flat
plank it out:
to write or discuss a plan in detail
to have a plank:
to hold a specific stance or belief
Related Words
planking:
the act of lying face down in an unusual location, also a core strengthening exercise
plankton:
small organisms drifting or floating in water
platform:
a raised level surface
Slang Meanings of plank
Meaning: To deceive or trick someone
● Example Sentence: He totally planked me with that fake story.
Meaning: A person who is dull or lacks excitement
● Example Sentence: Don't be such a plank; come to the party!