shank (shangk)
shank,
shank [shangk]
shank,
1. leg (1).
2. crus ( 2).
shank (sh ngk)n. The part of the human leg between the knee and ankle. |
shank,
1 the tibia.
2 the part of a device that connects the functional part to a handle.
shank [shangk]
1. leg (def. 1).
2. crus (def. 2).
shank,
n the part of the instrument that connects the working end to the handle.
shank flexibility,
n the degree of rigidity that makes the shank of a hand-held instrument suited to a particular task. The thinner and more pliable the shank, the greater the tactile sensitivity of the instrument.
shank, lower,
n the section of the working end of a dental instrument that is closest to the blade. Also called
terminal shank.
terminal shank.
shank, straight,
n the linear, uncurved or unangled portion of an instrument that connects the working end to the handle. A straight shank is generally used in easily accessible areas while those with an angled shank are used in more confined areas.
shank, terminal,
n See shank, lower.
shank
1. the tibia or shin; a leglike part. In the dog fancy, shank refers to the hindlimb between the hip and stifle.
2. the lead part of a halter.
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