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shank noun

  /ʃæŋk/
  • The metal part on a curb bit that falls below the mouthpiece, which length controls the severity of the leverage action of the bit, and to which the reins of the bridle are attached.
 sääri, potka, varsi
  • Meat from that part of an animal.
 etupotka, potka, takapotka
  • A protruding part of an object, by which it is or can be attached.
 kahva, otin, ripa
  • A straight, narrow part of an object, such as a key or an anchor; shaft; stem.
 varsi
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