hank

[haŋk]

hank Definition

a coil or loop of something, especially twine, yarn, or rope.

Using hank: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hank" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He cut off a hank of rope to tie the boat to the dock.

  • Example

    She knitted a hank of yarn into a scarf.

  • Example

    The fisherman pulled in a hank of fish from the net.

  • Example

    The cowboy coiled up a hank of lasso.

hank Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hank

Phrases with hank

  • a lock or strand of hair

    Example

    She tied a hank of hair with a ribbon.

  • a skein or bundle of wool or yarn

    Example

    She bought a hank of wool to knit a sweater.

  • a length of rope that is coiled or looped

    Example

    The sailor untangled a hank of rope from the mast.

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Summary: hank in Brief

The term 'hank' [haŋk] refers to a coil or loop of something, such as twine, yarn, or rope. It can be used to describe a length of material, as in 'He cut off a hank of rope to tie the boat to the dock,' or a bundle of hair or wool, as in 'She tied a hank of hair with a ribbon.' 'Hank' is a formal term for 'coil' or 'loop.'

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