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UK//trʌŋk//US//trʌŋk//

Meaning of Trunk

The main stem of a tree or a large storage compartment in a vehicle.

In simple words: The main part of a tree or the storage space in a car.

Trunk in a sentence

  • The trunk of the oak tree was massive and wide.
  • We packed all our gear into the car's trunk.
  • She sat against the trunk, resting after a long hike.
  • He opened the trunk to retrieve his suitcase.
  • The elephant raised its trunk to smell the air.
  • The bark of the tree protected its trunk from insects.

How to use Trunk

Use 'trunk' to describe a tree's main stem or a car's storage area. Not commonly used in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a big tree trunk providing sturdy support, or imagine a trunk filled with travel bags.

Related words

Collocations with Trunk

  • tree trunk
  • car trunk
  • elephant trunk
  • storage trunk
  • thick trunk

Synonyms for Trunk

Opposites of Trunk

Common mistakes with Trunk

  • Confusing 'trunk' with 'tank' in a car context.
  • Using 'trunk' only for cars, not knowing it refers to trees too.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'trunck'.

Compare Trunk with Stem, Body, Boot, Container

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Frequently asked questions about Trunk

What does Trunk mean?

The main part of a tree or the storage space in a car.

What is the definition of Trunk?

The main stem of a tree or a large storage compartment in a vehicle.

How do you use Trunk in a sentence?

The trunk of the oak tree was massive and wide.

Can you give another example of Trunk?

We packed all our gear into the car's trunk.

What are synonyms for Trunk?

Common alternatives include stem, body, boot, container.

What is the opposite of Trunk?

Opposite meanings include branch, leaf.

What words go with Trunk?

It commonly pairs with tree trunk, car trunk, elephant trunk, storage trunk, thick trunk.

What are common mistakes when using Trunk?

Confusing 'trunk' with 'tank' in a car context. Using 'trunk' only for cars, not knowing it refers to trees too. Mispronouncing it as 'trunck'.

How do you pronounce Trunk?

US: //trʌŋk//, UK: //trʌŋk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Trunk?

Use 'trunk' to describe a tree's main stem or a car's storage area. Not commonly used in formal contexts.