Tanking

noun, verb

noun, verb ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A session of being immersed in a tank.

    "The patient was treated with methylprednisolone, cyclophosphamide, and azathioprine, as well as burn center protocol care with daily tankings."

  2. 2
    An act of a deliberate loss in a game or match with the intent of gaining a perceived future competitive advantage.
Verb
  1. 1
    present participle and gerund of tank form-of, gerund, participle, present

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archivesarmored combat vehiclearmoryarmourarmouredarmoured car

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"The patient was treated with methylprednisolone, cyclophosphamide, and azathioprine, as well as burn center protocol care with daily tankings."

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