SHANKS

Noun Verb Adjective

Definition

SHANKS Shanks: the lower part of the leg, below the knee; shank(s) refers to more than one lower leg, shanking is the act of hitting a golf ball poorly with the club's heel, shanked describes having hit a golf ball poorly with the club's heel, shanker is someone who hits a golf ball poorly with the club's heel, shankest is the superlative form of hitting a golf ball poorly with the club's heel, shankly describes something

Word Analysis

Usage and Context

The word SHANKS can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.

Learning Tip

Understanding words like SHANKS helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.

Scrabble Information

Word: SHANKS

Length: 6 letters

Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS

Status: Official Scrabble word

Usage

The word SHANKS can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.