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Trunk - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

trunk

/trʌŋk/ /trʌŋk/

Definition:

The main stem of a tree, or a large storage compartment in a car.

Synonyms:

stem, torso, chest, locker

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

branch, limb

Common Collocations:

tree trunk, trunk line, trunk road, trunk space

Derivatives:

trunkless, trunks (clothing), trunking

Usage Tips:

Use "trunk" for trees or car storage; avoid confusion with "boot" (British English for car storage).

Common Phrases:

pack your trunk, elephant's trunk, trunk call

Etymology:

From Old French "tronc," from Latin "truncus," meaning cut off or maimed.

Examples:

  • 1. The elephant used its trunk to drink water.
  • 2. She stored her luggage in the car’s trunk before the trip.
  • 3. The old oak tree had a thick, gnarled trunk.
  • 4. He packed his clothes into a large wooden trunk for the journey.

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