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shank (shangk)

1. leg (1).

2. crus ( 2).

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shank (shngk)

n.

The part of the human leg between the knee and ankle.

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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.

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.

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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.