Schrank
The surname Schrank is an occupational surname of Germanic descent (old high German: scranc). The word Schrank loosely translates to "cabinet" (e.g. Kühlschrank, compound word meaning "cold-cabinet", i.e. refrigerator) or "closet" (e.g. Wäscheschrank or linen-closet). Schränk also translates to "saw". The name "Schrank" may refer to:
- Franz Paula von Schrank (1747–1835), German botanist and entomologist
- John F. Schrank (1876–1943), failed American assassin
- Allan J. Schrank (1951-), Northern Wisconsin hermit and recluse
- Peter Schrank (born 1952), cartoonist
Other uses:
- Schrank, a tall wardrobe-like German chest with double doors. Often used as hope chests, these were constructed so as to partially dismantle for transport to the matrimonial home.
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