Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hunk

noun
/hʌŋk/
Definition
A large piece or chunk of something.
Examples
  • He cut a hunk of bread and shared it with his friends.
  • She has a crush on that hunk from the gym.
Meaning
The term ‘hunk’ can refer to a substantial amount of an item, often used informally to describe a good-looking man or a physically attractive person.
Synonyms
  • chunk
  • piece
  • lump
  • beefcake (when referring to an attractive man)