ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Yonks

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /jɒŋks/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Yonks is a noun meaning (slang, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A long time (especially a longer time than expected); ages.

Meaning

(slang, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A long time (especially a longer time than expected); ages.

Example Sentences

Haven’t seen him in yonks!
This egg is taking yonks to boil.
I’ve been a teacher for yonks–I should really try another career.
I rang singer Julie Driscoll […] She said: "I haven't heard from you for yonks[…]"

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include yoxter, long-termer, yobbo, zack, yonker, occy.

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