Definitions

1. noun

A yunker is a miner who loads ore into a hoist, typically by means of a bucket or skip, in a mine.

“The yunkers worked tirelessly to load the ore into the hoist.”

2. noun

A yunker can also refer to a person, especially a miner, who is employed in loading or unloading ore, coal, or other materials.

“The yunker was responsible for unloading the coal from the truck.”