Meaning of the word junkie in English
What does junkie mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
junkie
US /ˈdʒʌŋ.ki/
UK /ˈdʒʌŋ.ki/
Noun
1.
a drug addict
Example:
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He became a heroin junkie.
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The neighborhood was known for its high number of junkies.
2.
a person with an insatiable craving for something
Example:
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My brother is a real coffee junkie.
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She's a fitness junkie, always at the gym.