Bunker Definition

bunker
noun
  1. a hazard on a golf course
  2. a large container for storing fuel; "the ship's bunkers were full of coal"
  3. a fortification of earth; mostly or entirely below ground
verb
  1. hit a golf ball into a bunker
  2. fill (a ship's bunker) with coal or oil
  3. transfer cargo from a ship to a warehouse

"Bunker" in song lyrics

See how bunker is used in real songs:

  • "But when the catapult releases lease your claims behind the bunker"
    Aesop Rock — The Mayor and the Crook
  • "The rough Nestle Cruncher, word to Arch' Bunker"
    Das EFX — Mic Checka
  • "Stormshadow the hunter bombs rattle the bunker"
    Lone Ninja — Storm Shadow

Usage tips for "bunker"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bunker" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bunker to find words that pair well.

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