1. the main stem of a tree
2. the main part of the human body, not including the head, arms, or legs
3. a large box or chest used for storing or transporting belongings

Examples

• The old oak tree had a massive trunk.
• He did exercises to strengthen his trunk muscles.
• She packed her clothes in an old wooden trunk.
• Put the groceries in the trunk of the car.
• The elephant used its trunk to pick up the peanut.
• The trunk of the redwood was so wide that cars could drive through it.
• The dancer’s trunk remained perfectly straight during the performance.
• We found some vintage photographs in grandmother’s trunk.