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trunk

 

[ trʌŋk ]

Noun
Plants
Context #1 | Noun

tree part

The main woody stem of a tree, as distinct from its branches and roots.

Synonyms

bole, shaft, stem

Examples of usage

  • The elephant used its trunk to pick up the fruit.
  • She leaned against the trunk of the tree.
Context #2 | Noun

car part

The enclosed space at the back of a car for carrying luggage or other goods.

Synonyms

boot, compartment

Examples of usage

  • She put her suitcase in the trunk of the car.
  • He opened the trunk to show the police officer the spare tire.
Context #3 | Noun

human body part

The main part of a human body, not including the head, arms, or legs; that is, the torso.

Synonyms

body, chest, torso

Examples of usage

  • He had a strong build with a broad trunk and muscular arms.
  • She wore a tight-fitting dress that emphasized her slender trunk.

Translations

Translations of the word "trunk" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tronco

🇮🇳 तना

🇩🇪 Stamm

🇮🇩 batang

🇺🇦 стовбур

🇵🇱 pień

🇯🇵 幹（みき）

🇫🇷 tronc

🇪🇸 tronco

🇹🇷 gövde

🇰🇷 줄기

🇸🇦 جذع

🇨🇿 kmen

🇸🇰 kmeň

🇨🇳 树干

🇸🇮 deblo

🇮🇸 bolur

🇰🇿 дінгек

🇬🇪 ღერო

🇦🇿 gövdə

🇲🇽 tronco

Etymology

The word 'trunk' has its origins in the Old English word 'trunc', which meant the main stem of a tree or a human body. Over time, the term expanded to include various meanings, such as the storage compartment of a car. The usage of 'trunk' to refer to the main part of a human body dates back to the 15th century. Today, 'trunk' continues to be widely used in both literal and metaphorical contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,662, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.