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Flanking
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Simple meaning
What does Flanking mean?
Moving or standing at the side.
Dictionary definition
Standing, moving, or attacking from the side.
Example sentences
Flanking in a sentence
easy
Guards were flanking the entrance.
medium
The team used a flanking move.
hard
Flanking often describes side positions in design, movement, sports, or battle.
Synonyms
Words like Flanking
borderingBeing along the edge or side.
flankRelated word that supports the meaning of flanking.
Antonyms
Opposite words
centeringPutting in the middle.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flanking, depending on context.
Word family
Flanking word family
Base word
flanking
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does flanking mean?
Flanking means moving or standing at the side.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flanking?
Bordering is close in meaning to flanking in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flanking?
Centering contrasts with flanking.
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