Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Flanking.
Flanking - as a noun
The side of military or naval formation
Example: "They attacked the enemy's right flank"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wingA subfigure consisting of a side of something
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
subfigureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A cut from the fleshy part of an animal's side between the ribs and the leg
The side between ribs and hipbone
Flanking - as a verb
Be located at the sides of something or somebody
Example Sentences
"The flanking troops launched a surprise attack on the enemy's right flank."
"The flanking maneuver successfully cut off the enemy's retreat."
"The commander ordered the deployment of flanking units to protect the main force."
"The flanking ships bombarded the enemy from both sides of their formation."
"The flanking positions provided a strategic advantage in the battle."
Word Game Points
Is FLANKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, flanking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FLANKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is FLANKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, flanking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFLANKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is FLANKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, flanking is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFLANKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
