bunkmate
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of bunkmate
Example Sentences
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He joined the California National Guard and met a bunkmate in basic training who worked in the mailroom at Revue Studios, which was owned by MCA.
My bunkmate’s in the hospital now from the dysentery.
From Literature
“My bunkmates are Norwegian and American. There is still plenty of room for more!”
From Los Angeles Times
I can never leave you, therefore you are my bunkmate in this prison we freely chose, back when we were younger and even stupider than we are now.
From New York Times
She yearns for a summer camp experience like that of other kids, with forest treks, bonfires, zip-lining and late-night chats with bunkmates.
From Washington Post
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