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hank

/hæŋk/
Meanings
  • Noun

    A length of rope or cloth, especially one used as a handle or for lifting.

    - "He used a hank of rope to pull the boat ashore."
    - "She wrapped her head in a hank of scarf to keep warm."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with hank
ank , bank , blank
Variants
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hank , hanks , Aaron , Hank Aaron , Henry Aaron , Hank Williams , Williams
Etymology
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Old English hanca 'handle, armful, bundle' or hanc 'this' + han 'handle'.

Trivia
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  1. A hank of yarn is a standard measurement for knitting and crocheting.

  2. The term 'hank job' is used to describe a job that is not very challenging or prestigious.

Related Concepts
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  1. Handle: A hank is often used as a handle or grip.

  2. Rope: A hank is a length of rope.

Culture
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In literature, 'hank' is used metaphorically to refer to a deep feeling of sadness or regret. In art, it can symbolize attachment or connection.

How to Memorize "hank"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a long piece of cloth or rope that you can hold onto as a handle.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'hank' with the idea of a handle or grip.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'hank' is a type of 'handle'.

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