honky-tonk

Definitions of honky-tonk
  1. noun
    a cheap drinking and dancing establishment
    synonyms: barrelhouse
    see moresee less
    type of:
    bar, barroom, ginmill, saloon, taproom, watering hole
    a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘honky-tonk'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family