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   trunk

   /trʌŋk/

   noun

   • 1. the main woody stem of a tree as distinct from its branches and roots: "you can tell the age of a tree by the rings inside its trunk" Similar main stembolestock
   • ▪ the main part of an artery, nerve, or other anatomical structure from which smaller branches arise: "the oral and masticatory region is supplied with at least seven major nerve trunks"
   • ▪ an enclosed shaft or conduit for cables or ventilation.
   • 2. a person's or animal's body apart from the limbs and head: "the children had an itchy rash on the trunk and extremities" Similar torsobody
   • 3. the elongated, prehensile nose of an elephant: "an elephant's trunk is so strong and agile, it can push down trees, or pick up a single piece of straw" Similar proboscisnosesnout
   • 4. a large box with a hinged lid for storing or transporting clothes and other articles: "libraries, dusty archives, and old trunks in family attics may eventually provide further material" Similar chestboxstorage boxcratecoffersuitcasecaseportmanteaukist
   • 5. an enclosed space at the back of a car for carrying luggage and other goods; a boot: North American "he met them at the curb and placed the bags in the trunk" Similar luggage compartmentboot

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French tronc, from Latin truncus.

   Derivatives

   • 1. trunkful noun
   • 2. trunkless adjective
   • 3. trunklike adjective

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2. www.vedantu.com › question-answer › trunk-of-the-body-where-isWhat is the “trunk” of the body ? Where is it located - Vedantu

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   Sep 25, 2024 · Trunks can be referred to as the part between neck and waist without hands. The human body comprises a bony skeleton and muscles and its movement is produced by the expansion and contraction of the muscles.

3. www.britannica.com › plant › treeTree | Definition, Structure, Uses, Importance, & Facts

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   Sep 6, 2024 · Tree, woody plant that regularly renews its growth. Most plants classified as trees have a single self-supporting trunk containing woody tissues, and in most species the trunk produces secondary limbs, called branches. There are few organisms as important as trees for maintaining Earth’s ecology.

4. teachmeanatomy.info › the-basics › anatomical-terminologyAnatomical Terms of Location - TeachMeAnatomy

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   Sep 7, 2024 · The anatomical terms of location are vital to understanding and using anatomy. They help to avoid any ambiguity that can arise when describing the location of structures. In this article, we shall look at the basic anatomical terms of location, and examples of their use within anatomy.

5. www.gotreequotes.com › parts-of-a-tree-trunk-anatomy-andParts of a Tree Trunk: Anatomy & Function - GoTreeQuotes

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   Sep 4, 2024 · The trunk is the vertical part of the tree that connects the tree to the tree’s roots and provides support to the tree crown. It also serves to transport nutrients, material, and water between the root system and crown to keep the tree healthy.

6. www.geeksforgeeks.org › difference-between-trunk-port-andDifference Between Trunk Port and Access Port - GeeksforGeeks

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   Sep 3, 2024 · Trunk ports facilitate the transfer of multiple VLAN traffic streams across switches, while access ports enable data transmission within a specific VLAN. Each port has its own strengths and limitations, with the choice depending on the user’s specific needs.

7. www.business.com › articles › sip-trunkingWhat Are SIP Trunks, and How Do They Work? - business.com

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   Sep 9, 2024 · What is SIP trunking? SIP trunking is a technology that allows a business to make local or long-distance calls over the internet without using traditional phone lines. A SIP trunk is the digital version of an analog trunk line that lets users make outgoing calls and receive incoming calls.

8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Glossary_of_geography_terms_(A–M)Glossary of geography terms (A–M) - Wikipedia

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   5 days ago · A unit of length defined as the distance equal to one minute of arc along the Earth's Equator: approximately 1,855.3 metres (1.1528 mi; 1.8553 km). The precise length varies with the reference ellipsoid used to approximate the shape of the Earth.

9. www.geeksforgeeks.org › difference-between-vtp-and-dtpDifference Between VTP and DTP - GeeksforGeeks

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   Sep 4, 2024 · VLAN Traffic Protocol or VTP is used in the management of VLAN information and Dynamic Trunking Protocol or DTP which facilitates right formation of trunk links that are required for VLAN traffic.

10. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › steamer trunkSteamer trunk Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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    Sep 10, 2024 · The meaning of STEAMER TRUNK is a trunk suitable for use in a stateroom of a steamer; especially : a shallow trunk that may be stowed beneath a berth.

11. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › ElephantElephant - Wikipedia

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    6 days ago · The trunk is prehensile, bringing food and water to the mouth and grasping objects. Tusks, which are derived from the incisor teeth, serve both as weapons and as tools for moving objects and digging.