SHANK


Meaning of SHANK in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ʃæŋk ]

( shanks)

1.

The shank of an object is the long, thin, straight part of the object.

These hooks are sharp with long shanks.

N-COUNT

2.

Shanks are the lower parts of the legs; used especially with reference to meat.

Turn the shanks and baste them once or twice as they cook.

N-COUNT : usu pl

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