Hank

usgb/hæŋk/
noun

A curled or looped piece of something, such as thread or hair.

She let fall a hank of her golden hair.
Visual representation of "hank" - A curled or looped piece of something, such as thread or hair

Often appears as...

  • hank of hair
  • hank of yarn
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Quantifiable Amounts

Hank often represents a measurable quantity of something flexible.

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I need a hank of wire to finish the job.
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Physical Texture

The word hank refers to the tangible, tactile quality of the bundled material.

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He grasped a rough hank of rope.
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Crafting Uses

In crafting, a hank refers to a specific way materials are wound.

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She purchased several hanks of colorful beads.
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