What does JUNKS mean?

Parts of Speech

junks is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, junks refer to old or discarded objects that are considered worthless or of little value. As a verb, junks mean to discard or get rid of something.

Pronunciations

US: juhngks; UK: juhngks

Origin and Usage

The word junks originated from the Middle English word "jonke," which means an old or worthless object. The word was later adopted into the English language to refer to discarded objects or things of little value. The verb form of junks, meaning to discard or get rid of something, is derived from the noun form.

The word junks is commonly used in informal settings to refer to things that are no longer useful or valuable. It can also be used to describe the process of getting rid of such things.

Synonyms

As a noun: rubbish, trash, debris, waste, clutter. As a verb: discard, dispose of, throw away, get rid of.

Related Words

As a noun: debris, waste, trash, scrap, litter.

Example Sentences

• The garage was filled with junks that had been accumulating for years.
• She decided to junk her old car and buy a new one.
• He spent the afternoon junking old furniture from his basement.
• The company decided to junk the project due to lack of funding.