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bunk1

Pronunciation: /bʌŋk/

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Definition of bunk

noun

  • a narrow shelf-like bed, typically one of two or more arranged one on top of the other.

verb

[no object] chiefly North American
  • sleep in a bunk or improvised bed, typically in shared quarters:they bunk together in the dormitory

Origin:

mid 18th century: of unknown origin; perhaps related to bunker

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