flanking (Meaning)
flanking (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Flank
Synonyms & Antonyms of flanking
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- ambient
- circumjacent
- nearest
- fencing
- embracing
- connecting
- marginal
- bounding
- rimming
- tangential
- immediate
- interconnecting
- surrounding
- connected
- encompassing
- linked
- next-door
- encircling
- inclosing
- communicating
- peripheral
- near
- nearby
- verging
- joined
- enclosing
- conterminous
- approximate
- nigh
- flush
Antonyms:
flanking Sentence Examples
- The trees flanked the path leading to the old mansion, creating an eerie aura.
- The bodyguards flanked the president during the parade, ensuring his safety.
- The castle was flanked by two tall towers, giving it a majestic appearance.
- The boxer flanked his opponent with quick jabs, setting up for a knockout punch.
- The hills flanked the valley, providing a picturesque backdrop for the village.
- The columns flanked the entrance to the grand hall, adding an air of elegance.
- The mountains flanked the river, creating a stunning natural landscape.
- The statues flanked the doorway, welcoming visitors to the museum.
- The parentheses flanked the phrase, indicating additional information.
- The soldiers flanked the general during the inspection, demonstrating their unwavering loyalty.
FAQs About the word flanking
of Flank
neighboring,adjacent, adjoining, attached, fringing, close, contiguous, juxtaposed,bordering, closest
free-standing, free-standing, nonadjacent, isolated, unlinked, discrete, farthest, farthest, distant, detached
The trees flanked the path leading to the old mansion, creating an eerie aura.
The bodyguards flanked the president during the parade, ensuring his safety.
The castle was flanked by two tall towers, giving it a majestic appearance.
The boxer flanked his opponent with quick jabs, setting up for a knockout punch.
