Trunk (Noun)
Meaning 1
The main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The trunk of the massive oak tree towered above the underbrush, its gnarled branches twisted and tangled.
- As the logger carefully felled the giant pine, he eyed the straight trunk, knowing it would make perfect lumber for the mill.
- Over time, the constant rubbing from the trunk of the nearby tree had worn a smooth path on the fencepost.
- The landscape designer deliberately left the trunk of the old cypress intact when she renovated the garden, wanting to preserve its unique character.
- In the dead of winter, the bare trunk of the apple tree stood out starkly against the snow-covered landscape.
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Meaning 2
A long flexible snout as of an elephant.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The elephant wrapped its trunk around the tree, holding it tightly.
- Using her trunk, the young elephant delicately plucked a berry from the bush.
- The trunk of the elephant curled and uncurled as it moved through the forest.
- At the water's edge, the elephant dipped its trunk into the river to drink.
- She blew air through her trunk, sending a spray of water flying through the air.
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Meaning 3
Luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She packed her clothes into the trunk and prepared for the long trip overseas.
- To lower the risk of theft the airport recommended a hard-sided trunk with good locking mechanisms.
- The traveler struggled to find the tiny trunk key that she had misplaced the previous night.
- His large leather trunk sat on the railway platform awaiting collection for its long train journey.
- After the flight the couple collected their trunk and headed to customs for clearance.
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Meaning 4
The body excluding the head and neck and limbs; "they moved their arms and legs and bodies".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Her injured trunk made it difficult for her to move.
- The patients core strength in their trunk was weakened by the medical condition.
- Maintaining a strong trunk can be helpful for an individual's overall posture and balance.
- A strong and stable trunk is essential for any golfer or tennis player.
- Strengthening the muscles in the trunk can significantly reduce the risk of back problems.
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Meaning 5
Compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools; "he put his golf bag in the trunk".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She loaded her suitcases into the trunk of the taxi before heading to the airport.
- After grocery shopping, he carefully placed the bags in the trunk of the car to prevent them from spilling over.
- The mechanic searched the trunk for the toolbox and eventually found it stuck in the back corner.
- I helped my friend pack her luggage into the trunk of the car before our road trip.
- The spare tire was stored in the trunk along with a first-aid kit and other emergency supplies.