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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48:

Crankness \Crank"ness\ (kr?nk"n?s), n.
   1. (Naut.) Liability to be overset; -- said of a ship or
      other vessel.
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   2. Sprightliness; vigor; health.
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