trunk
|trunk|
/trʌŋk/
central stem or container
Etymology
'trunk' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'truncus,' where 'truncus' meant 'trunk of a tree or body.'
'truncus' transformed into the Old French word 'tronc,' and eventually became the modern English word 'trunk' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'trunk of a tree or body,' but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'container' and 'elephant's nose.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the main woody stem of a tree, from which branches grow.
The tree's trunk was thick and sturdy.
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Noun 2
a large, strong container used for storage or transport.
She packed her clothes into a large trunk for the trip.
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Noun 3
the elongated, flexible nose of an elephant.
The elephant used its trunk to pick up the food.
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Noun 4
the main part of the human body, excluding the head, neck, and limbs.
He has a tattoo on his trunk.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35