the Rank Group
/ðə ˈræŋk ɡruːp/
/ðə ˈræŋk ɡruːp/
- a large British company, established by J Arthur Rank as the Rank Organisation in 1937, originally known for making films. Its symbol, often seen at the beginning of films, was a man striking a large gong (= a metal disc that makes a loud noise when struck). It is now a gambling company (= one that provides services for people who want to bet).
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the Rank Group