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punk

/pʌŋk/
noun
  1. A person used for sex, particularly:

  2. A worthless person, particularly:

  3. Short for punk rock, a genre known for short, loud, energetic songs with electric guitars and strong drums.

Synonymsgunsel, hoodlum, hooligan, trouble-maker
verb
  1. To pimp.

  2. To forcibly perform anal sex upon an unwilling partner.

    "Ricky punked his new cell-mates."

  3. To prank.

    "I got expelled when I punked the principal."

Synonymshustle, prostitute
adjective
  1. Worthless, contemptible, particularly

  2. Of or concerning punk rock or its associated subculture.

    "You look very punk with your t-shirt, piercing, and chains."

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