Basic Details
Word: Trunk
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The main stem of a tree; a large box for storing items; or the long, thick nose of an elephant.
Synonyms: Body, container, compartment
Antonyms: Branch, lid, head
Idioms and Phrases
- Trunk call: A long-distance telephone call made to a distant destination. Example: "She had to make a trunk call to her family overseas."
- Elephant in the room: Refers to a big issue that everyone is aware of but nobody wants to discuss. Example: "The elephant in the room was their financial trouble, which no one wanted to talk about."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The trunk of the oak tree was thick and strong, providing shelter to many birds and squirrels.
Example 2: We used an old trunk to store our summer clothes during the winter months.
Example 3: The elephant raised its trunk high in the air, flapping its ears joyfully.
Fun Fact
Did you know that an elephant's trunk contains over 40,000 muscles? This amazing feature allows them to use it for drinking, eating, picking up objects, and even communicating!
Famous Quote
"The trunk of a tree is like life's journey; it stands firm while the branches sway." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "trunk" mean?
a) A small branch
b) The main part of a tree
c) A type of flower
d) A mountain
Answer: b) The main part of a tree
2. Which of these is a synonym of "trunk"?
a) Branch
b) Body
c) Leaf
d) Petal
Answer: b) Body
3. Which sentence uses "trunk" correctly?
a) The trunk of the tree was covered in beautiful flowers.
b) She put her toys in the trunk for storage.
c) The trunk flew through the sky like a bird.
d) The trunk was taller than the house.
Answer: b) She put her toys in the trunk for storage.
4. Which idiom refers to a call made to a distant place?
a) Trunk call
b) Elephant in the room
c) Bark up the wrong tree
d) Break the ice
Answer: a) Trunk call
5. What is the opposite of "trunk" in the context of a tree?
a) N/A
b) Leaf
c) Petal
d) Root
Answer: d) Root
