franks Definition
- 1a member of a Germanic people who conquered Gaul in the 6th century and controlled much of western Europe for several centuries afterward
- 2a hot dog or sausage
- 3to send (mail) without payment of postage, especially by an official frank
Using franks: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "franks" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I had a couple of franks at the ball game.
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The letter was franked by the senator.
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The Franks were a powerful force in medieval Europe.
franks Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with franks
a type of sausage that originated in Frankfurt, Germany
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I prefer my hot dogs with mustard and sauerkraut, just like a frankfurter.
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After a frank exchange of views, they decided to end their relationship.
an honest and direct statement about something, often something difficult or embarrassing
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His frank admission of guilt helped to clear up the misunderstanding.
Origins of franks
from Old French 'franc', meaning 'free'
Summary: franks in Brief
The term 'franks' [fræŋks] has three main meanings: a member of a Germanic people who conquered Gaul in the 6th century, a hot dog or sausage, and to send mail without payment of postage. The word is also used in phrases like 'frankfurter,' 'frank exchange,' and 'frank admission.'
