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Definition of bohunk in English:

bohunk

noun

  • 1North American offensive An immigrant from central or southeastern Europe, especially a laborer.

    1. 1.1A rough or uncivilized person.

Pronunciation

bohunk

/ˈbōˌhəNGk/ /ˈboʊˌhəŋk/

Origin

Early 20th century apparently from Bohemian + -hunk, alteration of Hungarian.