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bulking

|bulk-ing|

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/ˈbʌlkɪŋ/

(bulk)

large mass

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'bulk' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bulke', where 'bulke' meant 'cargo or load'.

Historical Evolution

'bulke' transformed into the modern English word 'bulk', retaining its meaning related to size and volume.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'cargo or load', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'size or volume'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'bulk', meaning to increase in size or volume.

He is bulking up for the upcoming competition.

Synonyms

enlargingexpanding

Antonyms

shrinkingreducing

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Idioms

bulk up

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45