Synonyms for yank

Synonyms for (noun) yank

Synonyms: Yank, Yankee, Yankee-Doodle

Definition: an American (especially to non-Americans)

Similar words: American

Definition: a native or inhabitant of the United States


Synonyms: Yank, Yankee, Northerner

Definition: an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War)

Similar words: American

Definition: a native or inhabitant of the United States


Synonyms for (verb) yank

Synonyms: jerk, yank

Definition: pull, or move with a sudden movement

Usage: He turned the handle and jerked the door open

Similar words: pull, force, draw

Definition: cause to move by pulling

Usage: draw a wagon; pull a sled


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