Rank

See also: rank, ránk, and ränk

German

Etymology

From Middle High German ranc (“a quick turning movement”), from Old High German [Term?], from Proto-Germanic *wrankiz (“a turn, twisting”). Cognate with English wrench.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈʁaŋk/

• Audio:

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Noun

Rank m (genitive Rankes or Ranks, plural Ränke)

1. (dated, formal) plot, machination, intrigue
2. (Switzerland) bend, curve (of a path, road, etc.)
3. (Switzerland) trick, ruse

Further reading

• “Rank” in Duden online

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Luxembourgish

Etymology

From Old High German ring, from Proto-Germanic *hringaz.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ʀɑŋk/
  • Rhymes: -ɑŋk

Noun

Rank m (plural Réng, diminutive Réngelchen)

1. ring (annular object)
2. ring (jewellery)

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Plautdietsch

Noun

Rank f (plural Ranke)

1. creeper
2. ivy
3. tendril
4. climbing plant