Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

junque

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: junque
IPA

22

Scrabble Score

6

Letters

1

Syllables

5

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Used items offered or potentially offered for sale of unknown, but probably low value.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Finding the "junque" among the junk takes more than luck."
"You people should make it a point to research the antique and junque markets to be sure you don't have unrecognized treasures."
"Like most good antique stores, a musty scent pervaded the crowded maze of furniture, knick-knacks, books, clothing, and other junque."
"JUNQUE OR JUNK: / I suppose junque is deluxe or fancystyle junk. I also suppose that junque has been rescued and displayed, where junk is found as is and might not even be disposed of yet."
"A local antique/junque-store owner retired to Delray Beach."

Etymology

Blend of junk + antique.

Usage

Uncountable

Questions

What does junque mean?: Used items offered or potentially offered for sale of unknown, but probably low value.
Where does junque come from?: Blend of junk + antique.

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