Word of the Day – June 23, 2026

trunk

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Definitions

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Noun A long flexible snout as of an elephant. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun Compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools. (used 3 times in citations and controls)
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Noun Luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun The body excluding the head and neck and limbs. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun The main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber. (used 0 times in citations and controls)
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Noun A communications line or link designed to carry multiple signals simultaneously to provide network access between two points. (used 10 times in citations and controls)

Other Forms

Type Other Form
Plural trunks
Plural Possessive trunks'
Possessive trunk's

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