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Definition of “lankness”

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Word Frequency of lankness

lankness (ˈlæŋknəs) 

Definitions

noun

  1. limpness; lifelessness

lank1 (læŋk Pronunciation for lank1 ) 

Definitions

adjective

  1. long and limp
  2. thin or gaunt

Derived Forms

ˈlankly adverb
ˈlankness noun

Word Origin

Old English hlanc loose

Example Sentences Including 'lankness'

I sang in the shower as I washed away all the studious lankness of my hair, all the staleness of sitting hunched over my books.
Kate Cann SEX (2001)
My hair felt silky and smooth and looked wonderful after blow-drying, but I always find it needs a wash the next day to prevent lankness.
Belfast Telegraph (2003)

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