Meaning of the word frank in English

What does frank mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

frank

US /fræŋk/

UK /fræŋk/

open, honest, and direct in speech or writing, especially when dealing with unpalatable matters

Example:

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To be frank, I don't think that's a good idea.

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She was very frank about her feelings.

Synonym:

candid direct forthright blunt straightforward

Antonym:

evasive indirect guarded

a signature or mark on a letter or parcel indicating that postage has been paid or is not required

Example:

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The senator's mail was sent with a frank.

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He applied a frank to the package before mailing it.

Synonym:

postmark stamp endorsement

to mark (a letter or parcel) with an official frank or stamp to indicate that postage has been paid or is not required

Example:

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The company will frank all outgoing mail.

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He franked the envelope before dropping it in the mailbox.

Synonym:

stamp postmark meter