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The A to Z of Northern slang - R is for Rank

Written by
Ian Jones
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Rank

adjective \ˈraŋk\

Definition: Something deeply unpleasant to see, smell, taste, consider, etc.

Origins: Something of a very low status. Related to the Swedish word 'rank' which means thin and weak.

Synonyms: grotty, honks

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