What is another word for Hunkers?

Pronunciation: [hˈʌŋkəz] (IPA)

What are the hypernyms for Hunkers?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Hunkers

Solemn, almost motionless, squatted on their Hunkers, they looked like two great vultures watching an animal die.
"King--of the Khyber Rifles"
Talbot Mundy
"What's the good of legs to a man who sits on his Hunkers all day in an office and fills up Army forms?
"The Red Planet"
William J. Locke
"D Squadron's squattin' on its Hunkers in rings an' lookin' gloomy," he said, as if he were announcing some good news that had a touch of humor in it.
"Winds of the World"
Talbot Mundy

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