What is another word for hank?

Pronunciation: [hˈaŋk] (IPA)

Hank is a term commonly used to refer to a coil or bundle of material or thread. Some synonyms that can be used in place of hank include skein, ball, bundle, coil, knot, and twist. A skein is a length of yarn loosely wound or coiled, while a ball is a sphere-shaped bundle of thread. A bundle of material can also be referred to as a coil, knot, or twist depending on how it is wound. These terms are often used interchangeably depending on the context and the type of material being referred to. Using synonyms for hank can make writing more interesting and diverse.

What are the hypernyms for Hank?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • hypernyms for hank (as nouns)

What are the hyponyms for Hank?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the antonyms for Hank?

  • n.

    twist

Usage examples for Hank

What's this-what's this, hank?
"Brand Blotters"
William MacLeod Raine
He'll stick, hank will.
"Brand Blotters"
William MacLeod Raine
It was found that little Piet, Jan and Klaas, hank, Douw and Japik, among the boys; and Molly, Mayka, Lena, Elsje, Annatje and Marie were getting all mixed up.
"Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks"
William Elliot Griffis

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