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gunk

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Noun — Any sticky, dirty, or unidentifiable substance.

How to use gunk

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

gunk up sticky gunk layer of gunk

Casual and informal — used in everyday speech, not technical writing.

Etymology

Originally from Gunk, a trademarked name for a liquid soap product, likely blending "grime" and "funk".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “gunk” mean?

The word “gunk” means any sticky, dirty, or unidentifiable substance. In plain terms, a vague, informal word for grime or a messy, sticky substance.

How do you pronounce “gunk”?

“Gunk” is pronounced guhngk (/ɡʌŋk/ in IPA).

How do you use “gunk” in a sentence?

Here is “gunk” used in a sentence: “There was a layer of gunk stuck to the bottom of the pan.”

What part of speech is “gunk”?

Depending on how it is used, “gunk” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “gunk” have?

“Gunk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: any sticky, dirty, or unidentifiable substance.

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