skank
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Noun — A dance style performed to ska, reggae, or dub music, with a distinctive rhythmic bounce.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly related to the older slang word "skag," itself of unknown origin.
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What does “skank” mean?
The word “skank” means a dance style performed to ska, reggae, or dub music, with a distinctive rhythmic bounce. In plain terms, mainly used for the reggae/ska dance style; also exists as a vulgar insult, which is offensive and best avoided.
How do you pronounce “skank”?
“Skank” is pronounced SKANGK (/ˈskeɪ̯ŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “skank” in a sentence?
Here is “skank” used in a sentence: “The crowd started to skank as soon as the horns kicked in.”
What part of speech is “skank”?
“Skank” is a noun.
How many meanings does “skank” have?
“Skank” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dance style performed to ska, reggae, or dub music, with a distinctive rhythmic bounce.