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flunk

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Verb — To fail a class, test, or course.

How to use flunk

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flunk a test flunk out flunk a class

Informal — mainly used in casual speech, especially about school and exams.

Etymology

Likely an alteration of "funk," possibly blended with "flinch."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flunk” mean?

The word “flunk” means to fail a class, test, or course. In plain terms, to fail, especially an exam or course, in informal American English.

How do you pronounce “flunk”?

“Flunk” is pronounced fluhngk (/flʌŋk/ in IPA).

How do you use “flunk” in a sentence?

Here is “flunk” used in a sentence: “He flunked chemistry in his first year of college.”

What part of speech is “flunk”?

“Flunk” is a verb.

How many meanings does “flunk” have?

“Flunk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to fail a class, test, or course.

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