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hank

Pronunciation: [hæŋk]

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Learn how to use hank in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “textiles”

(noun) a hank is a long, loose piece of yarn or thread that is coiled or wrapped. It's used in sewing or knitting.

Example

She bought a hank of colorful yarn to make a sweater.

Example

He didn't need a hank of thread because he already had a lot.

Example

How many hanks of yarn do you need for the project?

Context: “slang”

(noun) hank can also mean a strong feeling or a desire for something, often used in phrases like 'hankering' or 'having a hankering'.

Example

I have a hank for ice cream after dinner.

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I don't have a hank for any particular food right now.

Example

Do you have a hank for anything special today?

Context: “to coil”

(verb) to hank means to wrap or coil a long piece of something like thread or rope into a loose loop.

Example

She decided to hank the rope neatly after using it.

Example

He didn't hank the wire at all; it was left in a messy pile.

Example

Can you hank the string so it's easier to store?

How to pronounce hank

Pronunciation: [hæŋk]

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