junket
noun · verb
Simple meaning
A journey taken for pleasure.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
juhngkitSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈdʒʌŋkɪt
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
A journey taken for pleasure
A pleasure trip; a journey made for feasting or enjoyment, now especially a trip made ostensibly for business but which entails merrymaking or entertainment.
A trip taken by an official at public expense
A feast or banquet.
A type of cream cheese, originally made in a rush basket; later, a food made of sweetened curds.
verb
transitive
To regale or entertain with a feast.
intransitive
To go on a junket; to travel.
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: A journey taken for pleasure
Used this way, junket is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Slightly positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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