swank
Definition of swank
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Examples of swank in a Sentence
rich people swanking around in their expensive cars
Origin and Etymology of swank
perhaps akin to Middle High German swanken to sway; akin to Middle Dutch swanc supple
First Known Use: 1708
Origin and Etymology of swank
Middle Low German or Middle Dutch swanc supple; akin to Old High German swingan to swing
First Known Use: 1773
swanky
Definition of swank
swanker
orswankier
;swankiest
1 : characterized by showy display : ostentatious a swank limousine
2 : fashionably elegant : smart a swank restaurant
Circa 1842
First Known Use of swank
circa 1842
swank
Definition of swank
1 : arrogance or ostentation of dress or manner : pretentiousness, swagger
2 : elegance, fashionableness
Examples of swank in a Sentence
service that is the essence of swank: the waiters pull out your chair for you and even place your napkin on your lap
Circa 1854
First Known Use of swank
circa 1854
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Definition of swank for English Language Learners
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: to behave in a way that is intended to impress people
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