Plonk

/PLONK/

Informal term for cheap, low-quality wine.

Full Definition

Plonk is British/Australian slang for cheap, undistinguished wine. Originally World War I slang from French 'vin blanc.' Used affectionately or dismissively depending on context. Not a technical term but widely understood to mean basic, inexpensive wine without pretension.

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