junkyard

noun — 2 senses

junkyard

noun

US /ˈd͡ʒʌŋkˌjɑɹd/

Etymology From junk + yard.

1

A place where rubbish is discarded.

2

A business that sells used metal or items.

Synonyms
dump, dumpyard, landfill, scrapheap, wreck yard § Synonyms
Derived terms
junkyard dog
Related terms
junk

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