1. being positioned on the side of something or someone
Usage: present participle of ‘flank’
2. attacking or moving around the side of an enemy position
Usage: military

1. located on or forming the side of something

Examples

• The soldiers were flanking the enemy camp from both sides.
• Two tall trees were flanking the entrance to the park.
• The flanking towers provided extra security for the castle.
• She noticed the flanking columns supporting the building.
• The general ordered a flanking maneuver to surprise the opposition.
• Flanking walls protected the courtyard from strong winds.
• The team executed a perfect flanking strategy in the game.