tank (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /tæŋk/

Definition

A heavy armored fighting vehicle, typically with a revolving gun turret and moving on a continuous track.

Examples

• The army deployed a fleet of tanks to secure the border.

• The museum displayed a World War II tank that had been restored.

• He dreamed of driving a powerful tank across rough terrain.

How to Use tank

tank up (phrasal verb)

To fill a vehicle's fuel tank completely. — "We need to tank up before we cross the desert."

tank up on (prepositional phrase)

To consume a large amount of food or drink. — "They tanked up on pizza before the party."

Synonyms of tank

Words with a similar meaning to tank:

• armored vehicle
• combat vehicle
• armored car

Antonyms of tank

Words with the opposite meaning to tank:

• bicycle
• civilian vehicle

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