Meaning of the word junker in English
What does junker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
junker
US /ˈdʒʌŋ.kər/
UK /ˈdʒʌŋ.kər/
Noun
1.
an old car or other vehicle that is in bad condition and not worth much money
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He finally got rid of that old junker and bought a new car.
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The garage is full of old junkers that need to be scrapped.
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2.
a member of the Prussian landed aristocracy, historically associated with military and political conservatism
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The Prussian Junkers held significant power in the military and government.
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The rise of the Junkers contributed to the militarization of Prussia.