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How to pronounce frank
Say it like this: /fɹæŋk/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does frank mean?
adjHonest, especially in a manner that seems slightly blunt; candid; not reserved or disguised.
“May I be frank with you?”
Unmistakable, clinically obvious, self-evident.
“The research probes whether treating pre-diabetes with metformin can prevent progression to frank diabetes.”
Unbounded by restrictions, limitations, etc.; free.
“It is of frank gift.”
nounFree postage, a right exercised by governments (usually with definite article).
The notice on an envelope where a stamp would normally be found.
verbTo place a frank on an envelope.
“It will be so ridiculous to see all his letters directed to him with an M.P.—But do you know, he says, he will never frank for me?”
To exempt from charge for postage, as a letter, package, or packet, etc.
To send by public conveyance free of expense.
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