Junkyard: meaning, definitions and examples
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junkyard
[ ˈdʒʌnkjɑrd ]
place for discarded items
A junkyard is a place where discarded or damaged vehicles and items are collected for storage or disposal. Often referred to as a scrapyard, it typically houses a variety of old cars and metal scraps that can be recycled or repurposed. Junkyards play a significant role in recycling materials, reducing waste, and providing parts for vehicle repairs. People often visit junkyards to find inexpensive replacement parts or restore old vehicles.
Synonyms
auto wrecking yard, salvage yard, scrapyard, wrecking yard.
Examples of usage
- I found the perfect engine at the junkyard.
- He spent hours wandering through the junkyard looking for vintage car parts.
- The local junkyard is a treasure trove for mechanics.
- They decided to turn the old junkyard into a community art project.
Translations
Translations of the word "junkyard" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ferro-velho
🇮🇳 जंकयार्ड
🇩🇪 Schrottplatz
🇮🇩 tempat barang rongsokan
🇺🇦 брухт
🇵🇱 złomowisko
🇯🇵 ジャンクヤード
🇫🇷 casse
🇪🇸 chatarrería
🇹🇷 hurda alanı
🇰🇷 고철장
🇸🇦 خردة
🇨🇿 smetiště
🇸🇰 zberný dvor
🇨🇳 废料场
🇸🇮 odpadnišče
🇮🇸 skrapa
🇰🇿 қоқыс алаңы
🇬🇪 წამწამების ადგილი
🇦🇿 tullantı yeri
🇲🇽 chatarrería
Etymology
The word 'junkyard' is a combination of 'junk', which comes from Middle English 'jonk', meaning 'trinkets' or 'old metal'; and 'yard', from Old English 'geard', meaning 'enclosure' or 'yard'. The term originated in the early 20th century as societies began to industrialize and saw an increase in vehicle ownership, leading to the accumulation of discarded machinery and parts. As urban areas expanded, the need for places to dispose of these items led to the establishment of junkyards as a practical solution for recycling. The concept has evolved from merely a dumping ground to a valuable resource for salvaging materials and components for reuse.