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bulky

[ buhl-kee ]

adjective

bulkier, bulkiest.
  1. of relatively large and cumbersome bulk or size.

    Synonyms: , , ,

  2. (of a fabric or yarn) thick; lofty.
  3. (of a garment) made of thick, resilient fabric or yarn:

    a bulky sweater.



bulky

/ ˈʌɪ /

adjective

  1. very large and massive, esp so as to be unwieldy
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Derived Forms

  • ˈܱ쾱Ա, noun
  • ˈܱ쾱, adverb
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Other Word Forms

  • ܱi· adverb
  • ܱi·Ա noun
  • over·ܱi· adverb
  • over·ܱi·Ա noun
  • v·ܱy adjective
  • ܲ·ܱy adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of bulky1

First recorded in 1665–75; bulk 1 + -y 1
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Another 159 layoffs are planned at the Bureau of Sanitation, which handles trash pickup and the removal of “bulky items” like mattresses and couches from the curb.

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Luggage in the first half of the 20th century was much weightier and bulkier, designed for people with the means to have helpers carry their luggage for them.

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While slightly bulky and encased in plastic, it’s a powerhouse built for performance, not looks.

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The sanitation bureau is also seeking to increase the fee for the removal of bulky items, such as mattresses or couches, and plans to increase the number of customers who are charged that fee.

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Quantum clocks, gyroscopes and accelerometers are large, bulky and incredibly expensive, with an accurate quantum clock costing around £100,000.

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