Definition

Something that is broken, ruined, or no longer useful.

Example

The old car was completely bung and couldn't be repaired.

Conversation

Have you seen that old bike in the garage?

Yeah, it's pretty bung now, isn't it?

I was thinking of fixing it up, but it looks useless.

Maybe we should just get rid of it since it's so bung.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A stopper used to close the opening of a container, such as a cask or barrel, to keep its contents secure.

Example

The brewer carefully inserted the bung into the barrel to prevent any leaks.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a bung for a barrel before?

Yeah, I think I spotted one at the brewery last week.

It's interesting how something so small can be so important.

Definition

To close something tightly, often with a cork or stopper, or to injure or damage something.

Example

He bunged up his leg while skiing and had to rest for a few days.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how he bung that ball across the field?

Yeah, it looked like he just tossed it without thinking!

I thought he was going to get it in the net, but he really bung it up.

Root Explanation

The word 'bung' originates from Middle English 'bungen', meaning to stop or plug a hole. It is related to the Old Norse word 'bunga', meaning a bulge or swelling, which refers to the action of sealing or plugging something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bung' as a way to 'plug' or 'stop' something, like sealing a hole.

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