flankieren
Translation
to flank, to be flanked by, to cross (a ball)
Examples
Zwei Türme flankieren das Haupttor.
Two towers flank the main gate.
Der Spieler flankt den Ball in den Strafraum.
The player crosses the ball into the penalty area.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to flank sth. Two towers flank the main gate.
Similar Words
umgeben (to surround), begleiten (to accompany)
Etymology
From French 'flanquer', from 'flanc' (side), related to the English word 'flank'.
Memory Tips
Think of a military 'flank' maneuver, attacking from the side, or a football player crossing from the 'flank' of the field.