Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fank
noun
/fæŋk/
Definition
A fank is a traditional sheep pen or enclosure used in farming.
Examples
- The farmer led the sheep into the fank for shearing.
- After the storm, the sheep were gathered back into the fank.
- We saw a beautiful old stone fank on our hike through the hills.
Meaning
The term ‘fank’ refers specifically to a designated area meant for holding sheep, often located in rural settings.
Synonyms
- Pen
- Enclosure
- Corral
