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.

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