100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "trunk"

Definition

The term "trunk" as a common noun has several meanings:

1. Botanical: The main wooden stem of a tree, typically supporting branches and leaves.
2. Animal Anatomy: The elongated, flexible snout of an elephant.
3. Storage: A large, strong container that is used for transporting or storing clothes and personal items, often used for travel.
4. Automotive: The enclosed space at the back of a car for storing luggage and other items.

Synonyms

• For the botanical meaning: stem, bole, shaft
• For the animal anatomy meaning: snout, proboscis
• For the storage meaning: chest, case, box, container
• For the automotive meaning: boot (British English), storage compartment

Antonyms

• For the botanical meaning: root (as it pertains to the tree structure)
• For the animal anatomy meaning: none
• For the storage meaning: none
• For the automotive meaning: front (as in the front compartment of a vehicle)

Examples

1. The elephant trunk swung gracefully as it walked through the jungle.
2. We packed our clothes in the trunk for the road trip.
3. The trunk of the oak tree was incredibly thick and sturdy.
4. I opened the trunk to find my old winter clothes.
5. The car's trunk was filled with luggage for our vacation.
6. The trunk of the tree was covered in moss.
7. She used a trunk to store her childhood memories.
8. The elephant used its trunk to pick up food from the ground.
9. We found an old trunk in the attic filled with treasures.
10. The trunk of the palm tree swayed in the breeze.
11. He placed the suitcase in the trunk of the car.
12. The trunk split into several branches high above.
13. The circus featured a trained elephant that could balance objects on its trunk.
14. We took a family picture in front of the large trunk of the sequoia.
15. The trunk was locked, and I couldn't open it without the key.
16. The trunk of the birch tree has a distinctive white bark.
17. They loaded the trunk with camping gear before heading out.
18. The child was fascinated by the elephant's long trunk.
19. The trunk was so heavy that I needed help to move it.
20. The trunk of the tree had been carved with initials.
21. I had to rearrange the items in the trunk to fit everything.
22. The trunk of the tree provided shade on a hot day.
23. The trunk was filled with old photographs and letters.
24. The elephant raised its trunk to greet the crowd.
25. The trunk was made of sturdy wood and metal clasps.
26. The trunk of the tree was damaged in the storm.
27. She found a beautiful antique trunk at the flea market.
28. The trunk of the tree was hollow inside.
29. I couldn't believe how much we could fit in the trunk!
30. The trunk was painted in bright colors for the festival.
31. The workers carved a bench from the trunk of the fallen tree.
32. His favorite place to sit was under the large trunk.
33. They secured the trunk with a heavy strap to keep it closed.
34. The elephant used its trunk to spray water on itself.
35. We found a treasure map in the old trunk.
36. The trunk was too full to close properly.
37. The trunk of the cedar tree smelled wonderful when cut.
38. She decorated the trunk with stickers from her travels.
39. The trunk held the family's heirlooms for generations.
40. The trunk was covered in ivy after years of neglect.
41. The kids loved to climb the sturdy trunk of the tree.
42. He opened the trunk to reveal a hidden compartment.
43. The elephant can use its trunk to communicate with others.
44. The trunk was worn and weathered from years of use.
45. We packed the trunk tightly to maximize space.
46. The trunk had a vintage lock that needed a key.
47. She was amazed by the size of the tree's trunk.
48. The trunk was a family heirloom passed down through generations.
49. The kids played around the trunk, pretending it was a spaceship.
50. The trunk was filled with blankets and pillows for the trip.
51. The trunk had a beautiful pattern carved into its surface.
52. The trunk was a perfect hiding spot for the treasure.
53. The elephant's trunk was as strong as a human's arm.
54. The trunk needed a coat of varnish to restore its shine.
55. The trunk was filled with memories from their travels.
56. The children painted the trunk with bright colors.
57. The trunk was the centerpiece of the living room.
58. He had to lift the heavy trunk onto the train.
59. The trunk was a remnant of an old journey.
60. The elephant picked up the ball with its trunk.
61. The trunk was so large that it took two people to carry it.
62. The trunk was the perfect place for a surprise.
63. The trunk was old and covered in dust.
64. The kids pretended the trunk was a pirate ship.
65. The elephant swung its trunk to knock down branches.
66. The trunk that we found was full of vintage clothes.
67. The trunk of the tree had a swing hanging from it.
68. He searched through the trunk for his favorite book.
69. The trunk was filled with camping supplies for the weekend.
70. The tree's trunk had been struck by lightning.
71. She loved collecting old trunks from flea markets.
72. The elephant's trunk is incredibly versatile.
73. We had to clean out the trunk before our trip.
74. The trunk was decorated with travel stickers.
75. The trunk was a reminder of a simpler time.
76. The kids climbed the trunk to reach the treehouse.
77. The trunk had been passed down for generations.
78. The elephant wrapped its trunk around the branch.
79. The trunk was filled with sand and shells from the beach.
80. The trunk of the tree was home to many birds.
81. The trunk was locked tight after the journey.
82. They found an old photo album in the trunk.
83. The trunk was a vital part of the tree's structure.
84. The elephant can hold many items with its trunk.
85. The trunk was used as a makeshift table during the picnic.
86. The trunk was a treasure trove of childhood memories.
87. The trunk had a beautiful patina from years of use.
88. The kids played hide and seek around the trunk.
89. The trunk was cracked but still functional.
90. The elephant's trunk is covered with sensitive skin.
91. The trunk contained everything they needed for the trip.
92. The trunk was adorned with carvings of animals.
93. The trunk of the fig tree was twisted and gnarled.
94. We had to lift the trunk to get to the spare tire.
95. The trunk was a family treasure filled with history.
96. The elephant can drink water through its trunk.
97. The trunk was bursting at the seams with clothes.
98. The trunk was a colorful addition to the room.
99. The trunk was hidden behind other furniture.
100. The kids were fascinated by the elephant's long trunk.