Synonyms of gunknext
: filthy, sticky, or greasy matter
gunky adjective

Examples of gunk in a Sentence

The engine was all full of gunk. I need to wipe this gunk off my hands.
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Once the gunk loosens, simply wipe the interior clean with a cloth. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026 Use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe away the paste and the gunk. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026 Ultimately, your dishwasher can’t function at its best if the filter is clogged with gunk. Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026 Clean out the garbage disposal: If your sink has a disposal, remove any visible gunk or debris. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gunk

Word History

Etymology

from Gunk, trademark for a cleaning solvent

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gunk was in 1946

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“Gunk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gunk. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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