Definition of Flank
Flank
Flank
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The side of an animal or a military formation.
e.g. The cavalry attacked the enemy's flank, causing chaos.
(noun)
the side of something, the right or the left of a formation;
e.g. The settlers maneuvered to approach on the British left flank.
(verb)
to be situated to the side of;
e.g. Two giant stone monoliths flanked the entrance to the Egyptian tomb.
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