Word Noun
hunk
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈhəŋk/ UK /hˈʌŋk/ hunk UK spelling hunk's, hunk's
Definition
n.a large, thick piece of something like bread or cheese. It is also an informal way to describe a man who is very attractive and physically strong.
n.a large, solid piece of something, typically broken or cut off a larger mass. In informal contexts, refers to a sexually attractive man with a muscular physique.
Examples
“He cut a thick hunk of bread for his soup.”
“The actor became a Hollywood hunk after his role as a superhero in the summer blockbuster.”
“The geologist chipped a heavy hunk of granite from the cliff face to analyze its mineral composition back at the laboratory.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of' when referring to a piece of material.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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