Definitions

1. noun

Discarded or worthless material or objects; rubbish or refuse.

“The old furniture was nothing but junk that needed to be thrown away.”

2. verb

To discard or get rid of something as useless or unwanted.

“She junked her old car and bought a new one.”

3. noun

Unwanted or discarded items, especially those of value or interest.

“The antique shop sold vintage items that were not junk, but treasures to some collectors.”

4. verb

In aviation, to intentionally crash or deliberately destroy an aircraft, especially a military aircraft, to prevent capture.

“The pilot was ordered to junk the plane in case it was captured by the enemy.”