junket
Junket (noun) means a trip, especially one paid for by an employer, government, or organisation, that mixes official business with leisure. Example: “Critics called the trip a taxpayer-funded junket.”
How to use junket
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA trip — often at someone else's expense — that's dressed up as business but is really about having a good time.
Usually used with a slightly critical tone, implying the trip wasn't really necessary.
Word forms
junketed past tense, junketted past tense, junkets singular
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Critics called the trip a taxpayer-funded _____.
Etymology
Originally meant a basket of rushes, then a picnic carried in one, then a pleasure trip, and eventually a business trip padded out with entertainment.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “junket” mean?
The word “junket” means a trip, especially one paid for by an employer, government, or organisation, that mixes official business with leisure. In plain terms, a trip — often at someone else's expense — that's dressed up as business but is really about having a good time.
How do you pronounce “junket”?
“Junket” is pronounced JUHNG-kiht (/ˈd͡ʒʌŋkɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “junket” in a sentence?
Here is “junket” used in a sentence: “Critics called the trip a taxpayer-funded junket.”
What part of speech is “junket”?
“Junket” is a noun.