funk

/fʌŋk/ · noun

Meaning

Foul or unpleasant smell, especially body odor.
A style of music derived from 1960s soul music, with elements of rock and other styles, characterized by a prominent bass guitar, dance-friendly sound, a strong emphasis on the one, and much syncopation.
To emit an offensive smell; to stink.
To envelop with an offensive smell or smoke.
Spark.
Touchwood, punk, tinder.
Mental depression.
A state of fear or panic, especially cowardly.
One who fears or panics; a coward.
To shrink from, or avoid something because of fear.
To frighten; to cause to flinch.

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