Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bunker
noun
/ˈbʌŋ.kər/
Definition
A bunker is a fortified underground shelter designed to protect individuals from enemy attacks or natural disasters.
Examples
- The military troops retreated to the bunker for safety during the air raid.
- After the storm warning, they spent the night in their backyard bunker.
- He had a secret bunker stocked with supplies in case of an emergency.
Meaning
It refers to a safe space, usually built with thick walls, that provides security against various threats.
Synonyms
- shelter
- fortification
- hideout
- refuge
