Although widely known as a dance from 2007 created by Soulja Boy Tellem, the phrase also refers to male masturbation. The reason it is known as such is because the penis is similar to a solider with its helmet, and it is cranked like a crankshaft during masturbation.
by AtlMandingo April 1, 2009

by Axmatteo April 4, 2021

This chick tried to tear my Johnson off my body last night I don’t think that there was any moisture between her paws and my member
“Bro you are trying to tell me she is crankin the rusty wrench”
“Bro you are trying to tell me she is crankin the rusty wrench”
by JJJETPLANE42069 November 2, 2023

Lisa: "Hey, did you guys see where Danny went? I haven't seen him for like fifteen minutes."
John: "Last time I saw him, he was in the locker room, crankin' dat Danny with a playboy"
John: "Last time I saw him, he was in the locker room, crankin' dat Danny with a playboy"
by Serpent1189 October 30, 2007

by ElvizP February 2, 2025

"Anne Crankin it" Secretly masturbating. Or trying to hide the fact that you're masturbating.
I was "Anne Crankin it" last night next to my girlfriend.
I was "Anne Crankin it" last night next to my girlfriend.
by JonOstrich March 15, 2025
