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- Dictionaryfrank/fraNGk/
verb
- 1. stamp an official mark on (a letter or parcel), especially to indicate that postage has been paid or does not need to be paid.
noun
- 1. an official mark or signature on a letter or parcel, especially to indicate that postage has been paid or does not need to be paid.
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The meaning of FRANK is marked by free, forthright, and sincere expression. How to use frank in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Frank.
honest, sincere, and telling the truth, even when this might be awkward or make other people uncomfortable: a full and frank discussion. There followed a frank exchange of views. The magazine, which gives frank advice about sex and romance, is aimed at the teenage market.
Frank is used to describe something that is honest and straightforward, especially in speech, as in The fashion show judge gave frank criticism to every contestant, even if they didn’t want it. Frank can also be used to describe something that is direct and undisguised, as in My teacher was frank with me, saying bluntly that I had failed the ...
Definitions of frank. adjective. characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion. “tell me what you think--and you may just as well be frank ” synonyms: blunt, candid, forthright, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder. direct.
frank is applied to one unreserved in expressing the truth and to one’s real opinions and sentiments: a frank analysis of a personal problem. candid suggests that one is sincere and truthful or impartial and fair in judgment, sometimes unpleasantly so: a candid expression of opinion. open implies a lack of reserve or of concealment: open ...
Open and honest in expressing what one thinks or feels; straightforward; candid. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Free from reserve, disguise, or guile; clearly evident; plain. Showing frank distaste. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. (medicine) Unmistakable, clinically obvious, self-evident.
honest and direct in what you say, sometimes in a way that other people might not like. a full and frank discussion. a frank admission of guilt. He was very frank about his relationship with the actress. To be frank with you, I think your son has little chance of passing the exam. Synonyms honest. Extra Examples. Topics Personal qualities c1.
From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English frank1 /fræŋk/ adjective 1 honest and truthful be frank with somebody He was completely frank with her about what happened. be frank about something She was quite frank about the whole thing. frank discussion/interview/exchange of views etc see thesaurus at honest 2 → to be frank —frankness n...
Definition of Frank in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. Open and sincere in expression; straightforward: made several frank remarks about the quality of their work. 2. Clearly manifest; evident: frank enjoyment. tr.v. franked, frank·ing, franks. 1. a. To put an official mark on (a piece of mail) so that it can be sent free of charge. b. To send (mail) free of charge. 2.
