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frank
1[frangk]
adjective
direct and unreserved in speech; straightforward; sincere.
Her criticism of my work was frank but absolutely fair.
Synonyms: , , , , ,Antonyms: , ,without inhibition or subterfuge; transparent; undisguised.
The letter contained a frank appeal for financial aid.
Pathology.clinically evident; unmistakable.
frank blood.
Archaic.liberal or generous.
Obsolete.free.
noun
a signature or mark affixed by special privilege to a letter, package, or the like to ensure its transmission free of charge, as by mail.
the privilege of having letters, packages, etc., transmitted free of charge.
a letter, package, etc., transmitted free of charge by special privilege.
verb (used with object)
to mark (a letter, package, etc.) for transmission free of the usual charge, by virtue of official or special privilege; send free of charge, as mail.
to convey (a person) free of charge.
to enable to pass or go freely.
to frank a visitor through customs.
to facilitate the comings and goings of (a person), especially in society.
A sizable inheritance will frank you faster than anything else.
to secure exemption for.
Carpentry.to assemble (millwork, as sash bars) with a miter joint through the moldings and a butt joint or mortise-and-tenon joint for the rest.
Frank
2[frangk]
noun
a member of a group of ancient Germanic peoples dwelling in the regions of the Rhine, one division of whom, the Salians, conquered Gaul about a.d. 500, founded an extensive kingdom, and gave origin to the name France.
(in the Levant) any native of western Europe.
frank
3[frangk]
noun
Frank
4[frangk, frahngk, f
noun
Anne, 1929–45, German Jewish girl who died in Belsen concentration camp in Germany: her diaries about her family hiding from Nazis in Amsterdam (1942–44) were published in 1947.
Ilya Mikhailovich 1908–90, Russian physicist: Nobel Prize 1958.
Leonhard 1882–1961, German novelist.
Robert, 1924–2019, U.S. photographer and filmmaker, born in Switzerland.
Waldo, 1889–1967, U.S. novelist and social critic.
frank
1/ ڰæŋ /
adjective
verb
to put a mark on (a letter, parcel, etc), either cancelling the postage stamp or in place of a stamp, ensuring free carriage See also postmark
to mark (a letter, parcel, etc) with an official mark or signature, indicating the right of free delivery
to facilitate or assist (a person) to come and go, pass, or enter easily
to obtain immunity for or exempt (a person)
noun
an official mark or signature affixed to a letter, parcel, etc, ensuring free delivery or delivery without stamps
the privilege, issued to certain people and establishments, entitling them to delivery without postage stamps
Frank
2/ ڰŋ /
noun
Anne . 1929–45, German Jewess, whose Diary (1947) recorded the experiences of her family while in hiding from the Nazis in Amsterdam (1942–44). They were betrayed and she died in a concentration camp
Robert . born 1924, US photographer and film maker, born in Switzerland; best known for his photographic book The Americans (1959)
Frank
3/ ڰæŋ /
noun
a member of a group of West Germanic peoples who spread from the east bank of the middle Rhine into the Roman Empire in the late 4th century ad , gradually conquering most of Gaul and Germany. The Franks achieved their greatest power under Charlemagne
Other 51Թ Forms
- frankable adjective
- franker noun
- ˈڰ noun
- ˈڰ첹 adjective
- ˈڰԱ noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of frank1
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51Թ History and Origins
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Synonym Study
Example Sentences
The former defender was very frank about the half season he spent here as a player.
The court also heard that during police interviews, Mr Donaldson gave a "full and frank account", and was apologetic towards those involved.
On the souring of relations between Pretoria and Washington, he said South Africa hoped to have a "frank, constructive discussion about them".
Earning the rest of the evening to prepare for Sunday’s finale, with their opponent still unknown, Inouye-Perez was frank about the conversation she’s having with her team moving forward.
"Geneva will only produce anodyne statements about 'frank dialogues' and the desire to keep talking."
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When To Use
Frank is used to describe something that is honest and straightforward, especially in speech, as in The fashion show judge gave frank criticism to every contestant, even if they didn’t want it. Frank can also be used to describe something that is direct and undisguised, as in My teacher was frank with me, saying bluntly that I had failed the course. Although used rarely, frank also refers to a mark put on letters or packages to signal they should be shipped for free. In the United States, franks are reserved for members of Congress and other high-ranking government officials.Frank can be used as a verb to mean to mark the mail as special, as in The post office has strict rules when it comes to franking mail for free delivery. Related to this sense, frank can mean to give free passage to a person, as in The diplomat was franked through the military checkpoint. Example: The ballet teacher’s advice was frank, but the blunt criticism was very helpful to the rising star.
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