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.