punk

1. (noun) substance that smolders when ignited; used to light fuses (especially fireworks)
Related Words: igniter, ignitor, lighter

2. (noun) rock music with deliberately offensive lyrics expressing anger and social alienation
Synonyms: punk rock
Related Words: rock, rock 'n' roll, rock and roll, rock music

3. (noun) a performer (or enthuiast) of punk rock
Synonyms: punk rocker
Related Words: rocker

4. (noun) an aggressive young criminal
Synonyms: goon, hood, hoodlum, thug, tough, toughie
Related Words: criminal, crook, felon, malefactor, outlaw

5. (noun) material for starting a fire
Synonyms: kindling, spunk, tinder, touchwood
Related Words: igniter, ignitor, lighter

6. (satellite adjective) (informal) of very poor quality
Synonyms: bum, cheap, cheesy, chintzy, crummy, sleazy, tinny



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