bulky
|bul/ky|
B2
/ˈbʌlki/
large and cumbersome
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bulky' originates from the word 'bulk', which comes from Middle English 'bulke', meaning 'cargo' or 'load'.
Historical Evolution
'bulke' transformed into the modern English word 'bulk', and eventually 'bulky' was derived to describe something large or cumbersome.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'cargo' or 'load', but over time it evolved to describe something large and difficult to handle.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
large and difficult to handle or carry due to size or weight.
The package was too bulky to fit in the mailbox.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45