punk

culture

1. Uncountable

   A subculture, particularly popular in the late 1970s, characterized by rebellion against authority through unconventional attire, hairstyles, and fast, loud music.

   • The punk culture of that era was known for its anti-establishment and rebellious attitude.

   • Her interest in punk culture began when she discovered some classic punk bands.

   • Many viewed punk culture as a response to the social norms of the time.

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2. Countable

   An individual who adopts punk fashion and enjoys punk music.

   • He was considered a total punk because he always wore ripped clothes and a leather jacket.

   • She was a punk who would often go to local punk concerts.

   • Punks usually have a distinctive fashion sense that reflects their music preferences.

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criminal

1. Countableslang

   A young person, typically male, who engages in violence and petty criminal behavior.

   • The group of punks were causing trouble on the street corner, harassing passersby.

   • The police arrested several punks who had been causing trouble in the area.

   • He was trying not to be a street punk; he wanted to change his life.

trick

1. Transitive

   To deceive or ridicule someone.

   • They punked him by tricking him into going to a fake party.

   • She thought she was a good friend, but it turned out she just wanted to punk him.

   • They devised an elaborate prank online to punk their colleague.

defeat

1. Transitive

   To defeat an opponent with great ease, especially in a sports competition.

   • They punked their opponents in the final game and ultimately won the championship.

   • The team punked their rival with a huge score difference.

   • They punked their opponents early in the game.

1. Before noun

   Relating to or characteristic of punk music or culture.

   • They formed a punk band and started playing in local clubs.

   • She wore a punk dress to the party.

   • They enjoyed punk music and fashion.