Pronunciation: /ˈtæŋki/
noun a person who is an unapologetic supporter of the policies of the Soviet Union and its satellite states
A1 My friend is a tankie who collects model tanks.
A2 The tankie drove his tank through the muddy battlefield.
B1 The tankie was excited to participate in the military parade.
B2 As a tankie, he knew everything about armored vehicles.
C1 The tankie's knowledge of tanks was unparalleled among his peers.
C2 The tankie's passion for military history extended beyond just tanks.
adjective relating to or characteristic of a tankie
A1 She is a tankie person who always wears camouflage clothing.
A2 The tankie vehicle rumbled through the muddy terrain.
B1 The tankie attitude of the soldier showed in his strict adherence to military discipline.
B2 The tankie tank rolled into the battlefield, ready for action.
C1 The tankie strategy employed by the general proved to be successful in defeating the enemy forces.
C2 The tankie commander led his troops with precision and determination, earning the respect of his soldiers.
formal The political analyst criticized the tankie for their unwavering support of authoritarian regimes.
informal I can't believe that tankie still thinks Stalin did nothing wrong.
slang That tankie is so delusional, they think North Korea is a paradise.
figurative The tankie's blind loyalty to oppressive governments is like wearing rose-colored glasses in a dark room.
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