新东方-柯林斯雅思备考词典

trunk

英 [trʌŋk]

[NOUN]

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NOUN. 名词

trunks
1. [C 可数名词] 树干
The trunk of a tree is the large main stem from which the branches grow.
双语例句
例：
the gnarled trunk of a birch tree.
一棵长满节瘤的桦树树干。
2. [C 可数名词] 大箱子
A trunk is a large, strong case or box used for storing things or for taking on a trip.
双语例句
例：
Maloney unlocked his trunk and took out some overalls.
马洛尼打开大箱子，拿出了一些工作服。
3. [C 可数名词] 象鼻
An elephant's trunk is its very long nose that it uses to lift food and water to its mouth.
双语例句
例：
Manfred the elephant reached out with his trunk and gently scooped up the baby.
大象曼弗雷德伸出它的鼻子，轻轻地抱起了幼仔。
4. [PL 复数] 男式游泳裤
Trunks are shorts that a man wears when he goes swimming.
近义词
swimming trunks
5. [C 可数名词] （人体的）躯干
Your trunk is the central part of your body, from your neck to your waist.
双语例句
例：
The leg to be stretched should be positioned behind your trunk with your knee bent.
要伸展的那条腿应该放在躯干的后面并弯曲膝盖。

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