Yonks

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /jÉ’Å‹ks/
• Rhymes: -É’Å‹ks

Origin

Unknown. First seen in print around 1960. One theory is that it comes from donkey's years; another is that it is an acronym from years, months, weeks.

Full definition of yonks

Noun

1. (UK, Australian) A long time (especially a longer time than expected); agesHaven’t seen him in yonks!I’ve been a teacher for yonks - I should really try another career.This egg is taking yonks to boil.

Usage notes

Common in many English-speaking countries but not those of North America, where it is generally unknown.