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hank
B2
noun
Usage:
87%
coil, bundle
Translation: coil, bundle
Pronunciation: /hæŋk/
Meaning: a coiled or looped length of rope, cord, or yarn

This meaning refers to a long flexible material arranged in loops and tied or gathered together.

The sailor carried a hank of rope.

She bought three hanks of wool.

2
C1
textile noun
Usage:
46%
yarn measure, thread bundle
Translation: yarn measure, thread bundle
Pronunciation: /hæŋk/
Meaning: a measured length of yarn or thread sold in a coil

In textile production, a hank is a unit or standard bundle whose length varies according to the type of yarn.

The exact length of a hank depends on the material.

The mill recorded the number of hanks produced.

3
C1
noun
Usage:
38%
lock, strand
Translation: lock, strand
Pronunciation: /hæŋk/
Meaning: a thick lock or strand of hair

This less common meaning refers to a long, thick, or tangled piece of hair.

A hank of wet hair fell across his face.

She cut away a tangled hank of hair.

4
A1
proper noun
Usage:
96%
male name, given name
Translation: male name, given name
Pronunciation: /hæŋk/
Meaning: a male given name, often used as a form of Henry

This meaning refers to Hank as a personal name, traditionally associated with Henry.

Hank joined the company last year.

Her grandfather's name was Hank.

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