Bung

Bung

BUNG /bĘŒÅ‹/
Noun United Kingdom

To give or throw a game. A bribe.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Bung, that is."
"I've never seen such a Bung in all my life."

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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