Word Meaning

flanker definition and meaning

n. One who, or that which, flanks, as a skirmisher or a body of troops sent out upon the flanks of an army toguard a line of march, or a fort projecting so as to command the side of an assailing body.
v. t. To defend by lateral fortifications.
v. t. To attack sideways.

Crossword clues for flanker

- Wing forward in rugby