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flunk

UK/flʌŋk/ US/ˈflʌŋk/ uncommon dated informal us

verb

1.

fail to get a passing grade

  • “She studied hard but failed nevertheless”
  • “Did I fail the test?”
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Origin

Alteration of funk, or perhaps a blend of flinch + funk.

Phrases

  • flunk out

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