Hulking: meaning, definitions and examples

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hulking

 

[ หˆhสŒl.kษชล‹ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical appearance

The term 'hulking' describes something that is massive, heavy, or clumsy in appearance. It is typically used to refer to large objects or beings that may seem intimidating due to their size and bulkiness. This adjective can convey a sense of power or strength, often associated with creatures or structures that dominate their surroundings. Frequently used in literature and everyday language, it evokes imagery of formidable presence.

Synonyms

bulky, burly, enormous, gargantuan, massive.

Examples of usage

  • The hulking figure of the bouncer blocked the entrance.
  • A hulking truck rumbled down the narrow street.
  • The hulking creature in the shadows slowly approached.

Translations

Translations of the word "hulking" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gigante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคถเคพเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kolossal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ raksasa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะณั€ะพะผะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ olbrzymi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅทจๅคงใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉnorme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ enorme

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kocaman

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ๋Œ€ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุถุฎู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ obrovskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ obrovskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅทจๅคง็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ogromen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ risastรณr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏะปะบะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nษ™hษ™ng

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ enorme

Etymology

The word 'hulking' has its roots in the Old English word 'hulca', which means to hide or conceal. Over time, the term evolved in meaning to describe something that is not only large but also somewhat cumbersome or awkward in movement. It gained popularity in the 19th century as industrialization gave rise to larger machinery and structures, thus bringing the term into common usage. The evolution of this term reflects societal changes in how we perceive size and presence, with 'hulking' often associating with strength or intimidation. The unique quality of being both physically large and slightly awkward lends itself well to various contexts, from describing heavy machinery to daunting fictional characters in literature.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,530, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.