JUNKER

Junker

(noun) member of the Prussian aristocracy noted especially for militarism

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology 1

Noun

junker (plural junkers)

A young German noble or squire, especially a member of the aristocratic party in Prussia, stereotyped with narrow-minded militaristic and authoritarian attitudes.

Etymology 2

Noun

junker (plural junkers)

(informal, US, Canada) A beat-up automobile.

Noun

Junker (plural Junkers)

Alternative spelling of junker

Source: Wiktionary


Jun"ker, n. Etym: [G. Cf. Yonker.]

Definition: A young German noble or squire; esp., a member of the aristocratic party in Prussia.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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