# ranks

Pronunciation: say "RANGKS" /ɹæŋks/

## Noun

1. Plural of rank. — plural of rank
   - Simple: Plural of rank. Use this form when you mean more than one rank.
   - _The new officer rose quickly through the ranks._
   - _Thousands joined the ranks of the unemployed last year._

## Verb

2. Third-person singular simple present of rank. — third-person singular simple present indicative of rank
   - Simple: Third-person singular present of rank. Use this form with he, she, or it.
   - _The committee ranks each application by merit before the interview._
   - _He ranks among the best players in the league._

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