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crank-sided

[krangk-sahy-did]

adjective

Southern U.S.

  1. lopsided; askew.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of crank-sided1

First recorded in 1880–85; crank 2
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Example Sentences

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“Crank” or “crank-sided” is a nautical term used of a ship which by reason of her build or from want of balance is liable to overturn.

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