Word: PUNK
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Definition of PUNK
- A person used for sex, particularly:
- A worthless person, particularly:
- Short for punk rock, a genre known for short, loud, energetic songs with electric guitars and strong drums.
- To pimp.
- To forcibly perform anal sex upon an unwilling partner.
"Ricky punked his new cell-mates."
- To prank.
"I got expelled when I punked the principal."
- Worthless, contemptible, particularly
- Of or concerning punk rock or its associated subculture.
"You look very punk with your t-shirt, piercing, and chains."
- Any material used as tinder for lighting fires, such as agaric, dried wood, or touchwood, but especially wood altered by certain fungi.
- A utensil for lighting wicks or fuses (such as those of fireworks) resembling stick incense.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "punk" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "punk" in early literature."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
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Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 13 pts |
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- # the punk effect
- # master of punk
- # playing with punk
- # in terms of punk
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