Meaning & Definition of word "Spunk"
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Spunk
/spʌŋk/
noun:
- 1. Courage, determination, or spirit; resourcefulness.
- Example: Despite the challenges, she faced them all with spunk.
- 2. Vigor or energy.
- Example: The team played with a lot of spunk and enthusiasm.
- 3. A slang term for semen.
- Example: The medical discussion included references to spunk and other biological fluids.
verb:
- 1. To enliven; to excite.
- Example: They decided to spunk up the event with some live music.
Etymology
Middle English: probably from the word 'sponk', which means spark or fire.
Common Phrases and Expressions
full of spunk:
Having a lot of energy or determination.
show some spunk:
Demonstrate courage or determination.
Related Words
pluck:
Spirited and determined courage.
guts:
Courage or bravery, often in the face of danger.
Slang Meanings of spunk
Meaning: Semen or male ejaculate.
Example Sentence: He laughed when he saw the spunk on the floor.
Meaning: An attractive or adventurous person.
Example Sentence: He's got a lot of spunk; everyone loves him.