1. a style of rock music characterized by loud, fast songs with simple melodies and often rebellious lyrics
2. a person who likes punk music and often has a distinctive style of dress and appearance
3. a young troublemaker or hoodlum
Usage: informal

1. of poor quality; worthless
Usage: slang

Examples

• The punk movement emerged in the 1970s with bands like the Sex Pistols.
• She dressed like a punk with spiked hair and leather jackets.
• The security guard threw the punk out of the store.
• He gathered some punk to start the campfire.
• That was a punk performance by the home team.
• Punk music is known for its raw, energetic sound.
• The old punk wood crumbled in his hands.