Question 1

What does "bunk up" mean?

Accepted Answer

(British informal) To help someone climb over an obstacle by letting them step on your hands or by lifting them.

Question 2

How do you use "bunk up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Can you bunk me up over the wall? I can't reach the top.

Question 3

Is "bunk up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"bunk up" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Primarily British English. 'Give someone a bunk up' is a very common fixed expression. Can also be used on its own. The 'make room' sense is slightly less common than the 'boost over a wall' sense.

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