bulky
pronunciation
How to pronounce bulky in British English:
UK [ˈbʌlki]
How to pronounce bulky in American English:
US [ˈbʌlki]
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- Adjective:
- of large size for its weight
Word Origin
- bulky (adj.)
- mid-15c., "plump, stout," from bulk (n.) + -y (2). Related: Bulkiness.
Antonym
Example
- 1. The transistor went on to replace bulky vacuum tubes and mechanical relays .
- 2. Mexico also is attractive for items that are bulky or costly to transport .
- 3. She said she has considered buying the $ 55 extended-life battery , but found it too bulky .
- 4. We walked into the tent , which was filled with fluorescent lights and bulky electronic equipment set on flimsy foldout tables .
- 5. Eleven years later as technology developed this bulky and somewhat awkward device was superseded by the first electromechanical vibrator .