Definition of GUNK

gunk

Meanings

Plural: gunks

Noun

  • any thick, viscous matter
  • Grime, dirt, slime; any vague, messy, or unknown substance.
  • A subculture of 21st century American males, combining elements of modern gothic culture with punk rock.
  • A member of the gunk subculture.

Verb

  • To soil or make dirty.

Origin / Etymology

Apparently from Gunk, trademark name for a liquid soap; perhaps taken as a blend of grime + funk.

Scrabble Score: 9

gunk is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
gunk is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
gunk is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

gunk is a valid Words With Friends word