Yank ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Yank ( verb )

1. To pull or tug suddenly and with force.
2. To remove or take away quickly and forcefully.

Origin:

The word "yank" is thought to have originated in the early 19th century as a variation of the word "yoke" which means to pull or draw.

Examples:

1. He yanked the rope with all his might.
2. She yanked the weeds out of the garden.
3. He yanked the shirt off his back.
4. She yanked the microphone from the singer's hand.
5. He yanked the plug out of the wall.

(As a noun)

Yank ( noun )

A sudden, forceful pull or tug.

Origin:

The word "yank" is thought to have originated in the early 19th century as a variation of the word "yoke" which means to pull or draw.

Examples:

1. He gave the rope a yank and the boat started moving.
2. The yank on her arm startled her.
3. The yank of the fishing line indicated that a fish was on the hook.
4. He felt a sharp yank on his leg and knew something had bitten him.
5. The yank on the leash made the dog sit down.