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

  • (..) with him. Hey, Ma! What the hell do I gotta do to get some food around here? I'm starving. And if it's peanut butter, I'm gonna shove it in your face! - One picture left in the trunk. - Thanks. This is fun. Yeah, this turned out to be a great weekend. Where's my water? Oh, it's coming. (..)
    1992 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Bubble Boy Season: 4 Episode 7
  • (..) - I saw you on The Tonight Show. - Right. Wouldn't you like an autographed picture? I don't have any more pictures, Elaine. He's lying. They're in the trunk. - Now you get to sign another one. - I'm not lying. Yeah. Yeah, he is. She'll have a cup of coffee and a broiled chicken. (..)
    1992 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Bubble Boy Season: 4 Episode 7