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Synonyms & Similar Words
box
case
chest
container
torso
body
stem
bole
stalk
main body
central part
core
base
foundation
stock
shaft
pillar
column
tree trunk
luggage compartment
boot
compartment
storage space
receptacle
vessel
barrel
cask
crate
package
parcel
bundle
batch
lot
stockpile
hoard
stash
reserve
supply
torso
abdomen
thorax
midriff
waist
middle
main part
principal part
central portion
Meaning of Trunk
The primary meaning of the word "Trunk" refers to the main stem of a tree or the torso of the human body.
Definitions
- The main stem of a tree, supporting the branches and roots
- The torso of the human body, excluding the head, arms, and legs
- A large box or chest, typically made of wood or leather, used for storing or transporting goods
- The luggage compartment of a car
- A tube or pipe, especially one that is the main channel for a fluid or gas
Etymology of Trunk
The word "Trunk" has its origins in Old English and Old French, derived from the Latin word "truncus," meaning "mutilated" or "cut off"
Initially, the word referred to a tree stump or a mutilated tree, and later expanded to include the main stem of a tree
The sense of the word as a container or chest emerged in the 14th century, while the usage as a car luggage compartment arose in the 20th century
Example Uses
- The tree trunk was wide and gnarled, providing shade and shelter from the storm
- She packed her clothes in the trunk of the car, preparing for a long road trip
- The elephant's trunk was long and flexible, allowing it to grasp and manipulate food