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bung

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: bung

1
nv
a plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flask
close with a cork or stopper
2
v
give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: bung
1

n a plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flask

Synonyms:
spile
Type of:
plug, stopper, stopple
blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly

v close with a cork or stopper

Type of:
close, shut
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
2

v give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on

Synonyms:
fee, tip
Type of:
gift, give, present
give as a present; make a gift of
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