Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Bung

What does it mean?

To throw something or to give something quickly (informal).

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral to humorous.

When do you use it?

Used casually when handing or tossing objects to someone.

Examples

Example 1: Bung us the remote, will you

Example 2: She bunged her keys into her bag.

Question for you

Do you use any informal verbs like "bung" for throwing or giving?

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