Junketeering: meaning, definitions and examples
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junketeering
[ ˌdʒʌŋ.kɪˈtɪr.ɪŋ ]
business practice
Junketeering refers to the practice of organizing trips or excursions for individuals, particularly for business purposes, where expenses are often covered by a third party. These trips can sometimes be extravagant and offer recreational activities, which raises ethical concerns, especially when they involve public officials or employees. It is often considered a form of corruption if the intent is to influence decisions or gain favors. The term can also refer to the event itself, highlighting the potential for misuse of funds.
Synonyms
bribery, corruption, extravaganza, kickback.
Examples of usage
- The senator faced scrutiny for his junketeering trips funded by lobbyists.
- She was accused of junketeering while working for the government.
- The company organized a junketeering event to promote their new product.
- His junketeering lifestyle became a topic of discussion in the media.
Translations
Translations of the word "junketeering" in other languages:
🇵🇹 viagem de prazer
🇮🇳 जंकटियरिंग
🇩🇪 Vergnügungsreise
🇮🇩 perjalanan menyenangkan
🇺🇦 подорож для розваги
🇵🇱 wycieczka rozrywkowa
🇯🇵 遊び旅行
🇫🇷 voyage de plaisir
🇪🇸 viaje de placer
🇹🇷 eğlence seyahati
🇰🇷 오락 여행
🇸🇦 رحلة ترفيهية
🇨🇿 zábavná cesta
🇸🇰 zábavný výlet
🇨🇳 娱乐旅行
🇸🇮 razvedrilna pot
🇮🇸 afþreyingarferð
🇰🇿 қызықты саяхат
🇬🇪 გართობის მოგზაურობა
🇦🇿 eğlencəli səyahət
🇲🇽 viaje de placer
Etymology
The term 'junketeering' originated in the early 20th century, deriving from the word 'junket', which initially referenced a trip or excursion, particularly one funded by another party. 'Junket' traces back to Middle English, where it originally meant 'a feast or banquet'. Its roots are linked to the Old French 'jonc', implying a plush or luxurious item, which evolved to represent lavish activities. Over time, as the notion of 'junket' grew synonymous with organized trips, especially those seen as questionable in purpose or funding, 'junketeering' came to describe the practice of arranging such trips, particularly in contexts involving political or corporate influence. The concept has since carried negative connotations, often highlighting issues of ethics and corruption in both governmental and business realms.