trunk

Definition

  • noun: the thick main stem of a tree
  • noun: the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots
  • synonyms: stock, stalk, curtail

Examples

  • He keeps a jack and spare tire in the 'trunk'.

  • a 'trunk' full of clothes

  • the 'trunk' of an artery

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) It's a listening post. Get me Fache. Four of these names are the men killed last night. He once whined to me about the wasted space of so large a trunk. Let's see if he complains so now. Are you the Teacher? I am. Superbly done. You've been of great service. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code
  • (..) this was getting complicated. Oh, this is absurd. Oh, for God's sake, man! That was satisfying. I'm glad this bullshit is over. Throw Teabing in the trunk. What? Here. You okay? Sorry. I don't think he's following. They won't kill Leigh (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code