Flank ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Flank ( noun )

1. The side of a quadruped animal, between the ribcage and the hip.
2. The side of a person"s or animal"s body between the ribcage and the hip.
3. The side of a military formation.
4. Either side of a military formation, especially the area between the front and rear.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french flanc, from latin flancus "side", of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. The flank of the cow was covered with mud.
2. The flank of the horse was covered with sweat.
3. She was hit in the flank.
4. He held his flank and writhed in pain.
5. The enemy attacked the flank of the formation, causing confusion and panic.

(As a verb)

Flank ( verb )

1. The side of a quadruped animal, between the ribcage and the hip.
2. The side of a person"s or animal"s body between the ribcage and the hip.
3. The side of a military formation.
4. Either side of a military formation, especially the area between the front and rear.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french flanc, from latin flancus "side", of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. The flank of the cow was covered with mud.
2. The flank of the horse was covered with sweat.
3. She was hit in the flank.
4. He held his flank and writhed in pain.
5. The enemy attacked the flank of the formation, causing confusion and panic.