Meaning of the word lank in English

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

lank

US /læŋk/

UK /læŋk/

of hair, especially head hair) long, limp, and straight

Example:

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She tried to add volume to her lank hair.

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His lank, dark hair fell across his forehead.

Synonym:

limp straight thin flat straggly

of a person) tall, thin, and lithe

Example:

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He was a lank young man with long limbs.

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Her lank figure moved gracefully across the stage.

Synonym:

slender thin lean gangly rangy