Bunker
/ˈbʌŋ.kər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A fortified underground shelter, typically used during wartime or for protection against bombing.
The civilians took shelter in the bunker during the air raid.
A large storage container for military supplies or fuel.
The army constructed a bunker to store ammunition safely.
A dugout or protective structure often found in one-person to multi-person configurations.
He retreated to the bunker to ride out the storm.
verb
To shield or protect something by encasing it in a bunker.
They decided to bunker the valuable equipment to prevent damage.
Etymology
Scottish origin from 'bunk' meaning a bed or sleeping place.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bunker mentality
A mindset characterized by a defensive or siege mentality.
go to the bunker
To take refuge or shelter in a safe place.
bunker down
To prepare for a difficult situation by getting into a safe or secure position.
Related Words
shelter
A place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger.
fortification
A defensive wall or other reinforcement built to protect against attack.
cache
A collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.
Slang Meanings
To hide away from responsibilities or problems.
He's been bunkering down at home instead of facing his issues.
A term for a poorly executed play in sports, especially golf.
That last putt was a total bunker move.