Definition

Rankly; stoutly; violently. [Obs.] That rides so rank and bends his lance so fell. Fairfax.

Other Definitions

This word also has 3 other definitions:

RANK (adjective)

1. Luxuriant in growth; of vigorous growth; exuberant; grown to immoderate height; as, rank grass; rank weeds. And, behold, seven ears of corn came up...

RANK (noun)

1. A row or line; a range; an order; a tier; as, a rank of osiers. Many a mountain nigh Rising in lofty ranks, and loftier still. Byron. 2. A line of...

RANK (verb)

1. To place abreast, or in a line. 2. To range in a particular class, order, or division; to class; also, to dispose methodically; to place in suitab...