Definitions

1. noun

A person who is addicted to a particular substance, especially a drug.

“She struggled with her junkie tendencies and eventually sought help.”

2. noun

A person who is excessively fond of or addicted to something, especially a particular activity or pursuit.

“He’s a bit of a junkie when it comes to video games, spending hours on end playing them.”

3. verb

To collect or hoard something, especially in a compulsive or obsessive manner.

“People junkie their old electronics, which ends up harming the environment.”