Meaning of Dunk: A nickname for someone who excels at basketball, particularly in making slam dunks, or someone who is tall and athletic.
Literal Meaning of Dunk: Literally, Dunk refers to the act of submerging something in liquid or, in basketball, forcefully putting the ball through the hoop from above.
Popularity: Low to Moderate
Origin: English, derived from the basketball term
Example:
Ethan: Did you see how high Mike jumped to score that last point? It was incredible!
Ava: That’s our Dunk for you. Always making those impossible shots look easy.
Ethan: Dunk really lives up to his nickname. I’ve never seen anyone dominate the court like him.
Related Nicknames: Slam, Hoops, Air, Baller, Sky.