ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Hance

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /hɑːns/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Hance is a verb meaning (transitive, obsolete) To raise, to elevate.

Meaning

(transitive, obsolete) To raise, to elevate.

More Meanings

  1. A curve or arc, especially in architecture or in the design of a ship.
  2. The arc of smaller radius at the springing of an elliptical or many-centred arch.

Example Sentences

He wears a minimal white cotton brief, and is pleased by the hance of its pouch, a catenary dip as he faces the mirror, the profile navicular and ostent.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include enhance, highen, heighten, advance, heave, hoist.

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