flank
noun
\ ˈflaŋk
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Definition of flank
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: the fleshy part of the side between the ribs and the hip
broadly
: the side of a quadruped
She gently patted the horse's flank.
b
: a cut of meat from this part of an animal — see beef illustration
2a
: side
the eastern flank of a volcano
b
: the right or left of a formation
attacked the enemy on both flanks
3
: the area along either side of a heraldic shield