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yank

/ˈjæŋk/

Meaning 1

An informal term for an American.

“The yank enjoyed baseball at the local park.”
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Illustration of yank: An informal term for an American.

Meaning 2

To pull something quickly and suddenly.

“He had to yank the door open to escape.”
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Illustration of yank: To pull something quickly and suddenly.