bunk

9 ENTRIES FOUND:

1bunk

noun \ˈbəŋk\

Definition of BUNK

1
a : bunk bed b : a built-in bed (as on a ship) that is often one of a tier of berths c : a sleeping place
2
: a feeding trough for farm animals and especially cattle

Origin of BUNK

probably short for bunker
First Known Use: 1758

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