What does BUNGS mean?

Word: bungs

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a stopper for the opening of a cask or barrel.
• Verb: close or seal (a container or opening) tightly.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /bʌŋz/
• UK: /bʌŋz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "bungs" originated from the Middle English word "bunge" which means "stopper". It is commonly used in the context of sealing or closing a container tightly, especially a cask or barrel. The word can be used as both a noun and a verb.

5. Synonyms:

• Noun: cork, stopper, plug, cap
• Verb: seal, close, shut, cover

6. Related Words:

• bangs
• bungs
• using
• snug
• gusset

7. Example Sentences:

• The wine cask had a bungs stopper in it.
• He bungs the bottle and puts it in the fridge.