To give or throw a game. A bribe.
Bung
Example Sentences
"He took a bung to throw the match."
"Just bung it in the bin."
Etymology & History
British bribe or throw or stopper. British triple meaning corruption/toss/plug. 'Bung him a tenner' British bribe. 'Bung it over' British throw. Barrel bung British cork. Reflects British versatile vocabulary.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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