frank
//fræŋk//
Adjective
frankCanonical form
frankerComparative
frankestSuperlative
1
Open, honest, and direct in speech or writing, especially when dealing with unpleasant matters.
To be frank, I don't think this plan will work.
2
Undisguised or unmistakable; obvious.
There was frank admiration in his eyes.
Synonym
Verb
1
To stamp an official mark on a letter or parcel to indicate that postage has been paid or is not required.
The office assistant franked all the outgoing mail before sending it.
Noun
1
An official mark or signature on a letter or parcel indicating that postage has been paid or is not required.
The envelope had a frank instead of a stamp.