English · Slang Attested

shank

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Also seen as: nank

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Meaning · English

To stab, especially with an improvised blade.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To remove another's trousers, especially in jest; to depants.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “shank” mean?

To stab, especially with an improvised blade.

Is “shank” formal or informal?

shank is generally slang.

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