adj.
Pronunciation: ' la ŋ k
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English hlanc; akin to Old High German hlanca loin
Date: before 12th century
1 : not well filled out : SLENDER , THIN < lank cattle>
2 : insufficient in quantity, degree, or extent < lank grass>
3 : hanging straight and limp without spring or curl < lank hair>
synonyms see LEAN
– lank · ly adverb
– lank · ness noun