Shanking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Shanking is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of shank.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of shank.
More Meanings
- (slang) A stabbing with a shank (improvised weapon).
Example Sentences
There are some shankings and cuttings that happen during a year, but most are inconsequential to the administration or the public.
Word Forms
- shankings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include waist, cannon, stem, knifing, stab, shoeing.
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