Junkin’
In Southern and Appalachian speech, "junkin’" (sometimes written "junking") means going out to hunt through flea markets, yard sales, junk shops, or auctions, usually for bargains or hidden treasures.
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You'll hear thriftin' called 'junkin’' out in the country. You'll hear thriftin' called 'junkin’' out in the country. Pronunciation
Meaning & Usage
- Looking through junk for bargains (verb, dialect)
Where y’all headed?Out junkin’ - never know what you’ll find.Origin and Etymology
From the English word "junk," meaning old or discarded items. In Southern and Appalachian speech, "junkin’" grew into a verb for the pastime of searching for bargains at yard sales, flea markets, and junk shops.
Usage Notes
Common in Southern and Appalachian country talk, especially with families and older folks. Elsewhere in the U.S., people may say "thrifting" instead, but "junkin’" carries a distinct rural flavor.
Say It Like a Southerner
Said plain: "junk-in." The "g" is dropped, giving it a casual, country sound.