munk
- A surname of Scandinavian origin, often used as a family name. nounThe famous explorer Jens Munk was known for his Arctic expeditions.Munk is a common surname in Denmark and Norway.
- A colloquial or informal term sometimes used to refer to a monk, though not widely recognized in standard English. nounHe lived a simple life, much like a munk in a monastery.The children giggled as they pretended to be munks during their play.