RANK
verb
Definitions
- 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 suitable classes or order; to classify. Ranking all things under general and special heads. I. Watts. Poets were ranked in the class of philosophers. Broome. Heresy is ranked with idolatry and witchcraft. Dr. H. More.
- 3. To take rank of; to outrank. [U.S.]
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
(adverb)
Rankly; stoutly; violently. [Obs.] That rides so rank and bends his lance so fell. Fairfax.
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...
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025
