Definition

To go on a trip or excursion, often for pleasure or enjoyment, sometimes funded by someone else.

Example

The company executives decided to junket to a luxury resort for their annual meeting.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the trip they are planning to junket this weekend?

Yeah, it sounds like a lot of fun!

I wish I could join them on that junket to the beach.

Same here! We should plan our own someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A trip or outing, often funded by someone else, usually for pleasure or to gain favor.

Example

The company organized a junket to Hawaii for its top clients.

Conversation

Did you hear about the junket that the company is planning for next month?

Yeah, I heard it's supposed to be a lot of fun!

I wonder if they’ll let us join the junket this time.

Definition

To entertain someone at a party or banquet, often in a lavish or extravagant manner.

Example

The company decided to junket their top clients at a luxurious resort.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the big event next week where they will junket the local artists?

Yeah, I heard they are planning a huge celebration for them.

It sounds like a great way to support the community.

Root Explanation

Junket originates from Middle English 'jonket', which means a feast or banquet, and is derived from the Old French 'jonquet', meaning a small cake or a dish. The word refers to a festive gathering or a trip taken for pleasure, often involving food.

Memory Tip

Imagine a festive gathering where people enjoy a 'small cake' ('jonquet') — that's why 'junket' refers to a fun trip or feast.

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