trunk
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The thick main stem of a tree that the branches grow from.
Usage notes
"Trunk" also means the storage space at the back of a car, or an elephant's long nose, so the right meaning depends on context.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The children tried to wrap their arms around the wide _____ of the oak tree."
Answer: trunk
In your own words, what does "trunk" mean?
The thick main stem of a tree that the branches grow from.
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