Pronunciation: /ˈbʌŋkər/

Definitions of bunker

noun a reinforced underground shelter, typically for use in wartime

Example Sentences

A1 The soldiers hid in the bunker during the air raid.

A2 The bunker was well-stocked with food and water for emergencies.

B1 The golf course has a bunker on the 9th hole to challenge players.

B2 The underground bunker was used as a shelter during the war.

C1 The billionaire built a luxury bunker to escape to in case of a global catastrophe.

C2 The government officials held a secret meeting in the bunker to discuss national security issues.

verb None

Example Sentences

A1 During the war, people would bunker down in their homes to stay safe.

A2 The soldiers bunker themselves in the trenches to protect from enemy fire.

B1 The team decided to bunker down and focus on finishing the project before the deadline.

B2 The protesters bunkered themselves in the government building, refusing to leave until their demands were met.

C1 The CEO bunkered himself in his office to come up with a strategic plan for the company's future.

C2 The scientist bunkered herself in the lab for weeks, working tirelessly to find a cure for the disease.

adjective None

Example Sentences

A1 The bunker room was dark and cold.

A2 The bunker mentality of the team was evident in their defensive strategy.

B1 The bunker gear worn by firefighters is designed to protect them from extreme heat.

B2 The bunker renovation project was completed ahead of schedule.

C1 The bunker mentality of the company's leadership led to a lack of innovation.

C2 The bunker mentality of the government officials prevented them from considering alternative solutions.

adverb None

Example Sentences

A1 He hid in the bunker during the air raid.

A2 The soldiers took cover in the bunker during the attack.

B1 The team bunker down for the night in preparation for the storm.

B2 The politician was accused of bunkering funds for personal use.

C1 The company decided to bunker down and focus on their core business strategies.

C2 The athlete bunkered down and focused on training for the upcoming championship.

pronoun None

Example Sentences

A1 The bunker is dark and scary.

A2 I found a bunker while exploring the forest.

B1 The soldiers took shelter in the bunker during the bombing.

B2 The bunker provided protection from the storm.

C1 The bunker's walls were reinforced with steel.

C2 Inside the bunker, there were supplies for weeks.

preposition None

Example Sentences

A1 The cat hid under the bunk bed.

A2 She stored her old clothes in the bunker for safekeeping.

B1 The soldiers took cover in the bunker during the air raid.

B2 The treasure hunters discovered a hidden bunker beneath the old mansion.

C1 The government officials held a secret meeting in the bunker to discuss national security.

C2 The billionaire built a luxurious underground bunker as a doomsday retreat.

conjunction None

Example Sentences

A1 I wanted to play outside, but it started raining, so I went into the bunker.

A2 The team was losing the game, but they managed to score a goal just before halftime, bunker they still lost.

B1 I was going to go shopping, bunker I realized I forgot my wallet at home.

B2 The company had a successful year, bunker they still faced challenges in the market.

C1 The negotiations were going well, bunker there were still some unresolved issues.

C2 The project was completed on time, bunker it exceeded expectations in terms of quality and performance.

interjection None

Example Sentences

A1 Bunker! That was a close call.

A2 Bunker! I can't believe we made it out alive.

B1 Bunker! We need to find shelter quickly.

B2 Bunker! This storm is getting worse.

C1 Bunker! We must take cover immediately.

C2 Bunker! The enemy is approaching, we need to prepare for battle.

article None

Example Sentences

A1 The soldiers hid in the bunker during the air raid.

A2 The golf course has a bunker filled with sand traps.

B1 The survivalists stocked the bunker with food and water in case of an emergency.

B2 The bunker was well-equipped with communication devices and medical supplies.

C1 The politician was accused of hiding in a bunker during the crisis.

C2 The underground bunker was designed to withstand nuclear attacks.

Examples of bunker in a Sentence

formal The soldiers took cover in the bunker during the heavy shelling.

informal Let's hide out in the bunker until the storm passes.

slang We found a cool spot to chill in the bunker.

figurative She retreated into her emotional bunker to protect herself from getting hurt.

Grammatical Forms of bunker

past tense

bunkered

plural

bunkers

comparative

more bunker

superlative

most bunker

present tense

bunkers

future tense

will bunker

perfect tense

have bunkered

continuous tense

is bunkering

singular

bunker

positive degree

bunker

infinitive

to bunker

gerund

bunkering

participle

bunkering

Origin and Evolution of bunker

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Scottish dialect
Story behind the word: The word 'bunker' is believed to have originated from the Scottish dialect, where it referred to a bench or seat.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'bunker' evolved to refer to a reinforced shelter or storage area, particularly in military contexts. It is now commonly used to describe a protective structure or underground storage facility.