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shank

/ʃæŋk/
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He hurt his shank while playing soccer.

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Noun (n.)

The part of a leg between the knee and the ankle.

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shank

/ʃæŋk/
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The shank of the fork is where you hold it.

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Noun (n.)

A long, narrow part of an object, often used to connect other parts.

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shank

/ʃæŋk/
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We had shank for dinner last night.

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Noun (n.)

A cut of meat from the leg of an animal.

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shank

/ʃæŋk/
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He was afraid someone might shank him in the alley.

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Verb (v.)

To stab someone with a sharp object, often in a violent manner.

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shank

/ʃæŋk/
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He made a shank and lost the ball in the bushes.

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Noun (n.)

A term used in golf to describe a poorly hit shot that goes off to the side.

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