junk

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1junk

noun \ˈjəŋk\

Definition of JUNK

1
: pieces of old cable or cordage used especially to make gaskets, mats, swabs, or oakum
2
a (1) : old iron, glass, paper, or other waste that may be used again in some form (2) : secondhand, worn, or discarded articles (3) : clutter 1b b : something of poor quality : trash c : something of little meaning, worth, or significance
3
slang : narcotics; especially : heroin
5
: baseball pitches that break or are off-speed (as curveballs or changeups)
junky \ˈjəŋ-kē\ adjective

Origin of JUNK

Middle English jonke
First Known Use: 14th century

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