Chelsea Ann's definitions

gank

1. To take another person's seat when they get up.
2. To take from someone else with the intent of returning it (like borrowing a pencil off someone's desk without asking)

I made this word up about 6 years ago when I was in middle school. I stole my brother's spot on the couch and when he asked what I did, I said I ganked it. I make up words all the time, and this is one that I made up.

Hey, you ganked my seat!

I ganked your coat when I went outside to smoke.

by Chelsea Ann March 1, 2005