First Known Use: 1758
Dictionary
1bunk
noun \ˈbəŋk\
Definition of BUNK
1
a : bunk bed b : a built-in bed (as on a ship) that is often one of a tier of berths c : a sleeping place
2
: a feeding trough for farm animals and especially cattle
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Origin of BUNK
probably short for bunker
2bunk
verb
Definition of BUNK
intransitive verb
: to occupy a bunk or bed : stay the night <bunked with a friend for the night>
transitive verb
: to provide with a bunk or bed
First Known Use of BUNK
1840
3bunk
noun
4bunk
noun
Definition of BUNK
British : a hurried departure or escape —usually used in the phrase do a bunk
Origin of BUNK
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1870
BUNK Defined for Kids
1bunk
noun \ˈbəŋk\
Definition of BUNK for Kids
1
: bunk bed
2
: a built-in bed (as on a ship or train)
3
: a sleeping place
2bunk
verb
bunkedbunk·ing
Definition of BUNK for Kids
: to stay overnight
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