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Meaning of the word trunk in English

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trunk

US /trʌŋk/
UK /trʌŋk/
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Noun

1.

the main woody stem of a tree as distinct from its branches and roots

Example:
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The elephant rubbed its back against the rough trunk of the tree.
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The old oak tree had a massive trunk.
Synonym:
stembole
2.

the elongated, prehensile nose of an elephant

Example:
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The elephant used its trunk to spray water over itself.
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An elephant's trunk is incredibly strong and versatile.
Synonym:
proboscis
3.

a large, strong box or case for storing or transporting clothes and other articles

Example:
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She packed her old clothes into a large wooden trunk.
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The old pirate's trunk was filled with gold coins.
Synonym:
chestcaseboxcoffer
4.

the enclosed luggage compartment of a car, usually at the rear

Example:
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Please put the groceries in the car's trunk.
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He opened the trunk to get his spare tire.
Synonym:
boot
5.

the main part of the human body apart from the head, limbs, and tail

Example:
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The gymnast twisted her trunk with incredible flexibility.
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The human trunk contains vital organs.
Synonym:
torsobody
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swimming trunks