crank-sided

[ krangk-sahy-did ]

adjective

, Southern U.S.

1. lopsided; askew.

Word History and Origins

Origin of crank-sided¹

First recorded in 1880–85; crank ²

Example Sentences

“Crank” or “crank-sided” is a nautical term used of a ship which by reason of her build or from want of balance is liable to overturn.

From Project Gutenberg

He tell Mr. Dog dat de shoe fit mighty nice, but wid des one un um on, hit make 'im trot crank-sided.

From Project Gutenberg

He tell Mr. Dog dat de shoe fit mighty nice, but wid des one un um on, hit make 'im trot crank-sided.

From Project Gutenberg