Meaning & Definition of word "Bulky"
Bulky
/ˈbʌl.ki/
adjective:
- 1. Taking up much space; large and difficult to handle.
- Example: The bulky package was too heavy for her to lift.
- 2. Characterized by excessive size or volume.
- Example: He wore a bulky sweater that made him look much larger than he was.
- 3. Having a large mass and often being unwieldy.
- Example: The furniture was bulky and didn't fit well in the small room.
- 4. Not easily carried or transported because of size.
- Example: They struggled to fit the bulky mattress into the vehicle.
Etymology
●The word 'bulky' comes from the word 'bulk' which is derived from the Old Norse 'bylgja' meaning 'wave, swell'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bulky package:
A package that is large and difficult to carry.
bulky items:
Products or goods that take up considerable space.
bulky clothing:
Clothes that are thick and take up a lot of space, providing warmth.
Related Words
bulk:
The mass or size of something.
cumbersome:
Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use.
volume:
The amount of space that a substance or object occupies.
Slang Meanings of bulky
Meaning: Packing heavy
● Example Sentence: His backpack is so bulky; he must be packing heavy for the hike.
Meaning: Bulky style
● Example Sentence: That bulky style is in this season; everyone is wearing oversized clothing.