noun
trunk
A sturdy box for carrying possessions.
She packs her clothes in a sturdy trunk before traveling.
Etymology
The word for a substantial wooden body developed into a container-name. Trunk came to identify a sturdy chest used for carrying possessions.
More examples
- An old trunk in the attic holds our family photos.
- The movers secure both trunks with straps.
- We put our suitcases in the car's trunk.
Forms
trunk · trunks
Similar words
- chest
- Usually intended for storage rather than transport during travel.
- suitcase
- Typically smaller and easier to carry by hand.