Definition of "plank"
- noun
A long, broad and thick piece of timber, as opposed to a board which is less thick.
A political issue that is of concern to a faction or a party of the people and the political position that is taken on that issue.
Physical exercise in which one holds a pushup position for a measured length of time.
A stupid person.
- verb
To cover something with planking.
To bake (fish) on a piece of cedar lumber.
To lay down, as on a plank or table; to stake or pay cash.
To harden, as hat bodies, by felting.
To splice together the ends of slivers of wool, for subsequent drawing.
To pose for a photograph while lying rigid, face down, arms at side, in an unusual place.
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