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flank Synonyms

Another word for flank

Choosing another word for flank depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The fleshy side of a person's or animal's body between the last rib and the hip.

Usage Example

"The veterinarian gently examined the horse's left side for any signs of tenderness."

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side
Strong
loin
haunch
hip

• noun (Context 2)

The right or left side of a group of people, a structure, or a geographic feature such as a mountain.

Usage Example

"Dense pine forests cover the steep eastern side of the mountain range."

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side
wing
Strong
edge
margin

• verb (Context 3)

To be situated on one or both sides of someone or something.

Usage Example

"Tall stone columns border the main entrance of the historic library."

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border
Strong
edge
line
fringe
bound

• verb (Context 4)

To move around the side of an opposing group or position in order to gain an advantage.

Usage Example

"The visiting team's midfielders managed to outflank the defenders and score an early goal."

Strongest
outflank
Strong
skirt
bypass

Opposites of flank

The opposite of flank shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

center
front
See all opposites of flank

• Nearby Words

flan
flange
flanged
flank
flanker
flannel
flannelette

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Flank. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/flank
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