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Definition shank in British English

shank noun

noun
/ʃæŋk/
1

the long thin straight part of an object such as a key or a tool

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2

the lower part of an animal's leg, or meat from an animal's leg

3

the part of your leg between your knee and your foot

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Definition shank in British English