hulk

[hʌlk]

hulk Definition

• 1. an old, large, and clumsy ship
• 2. a large and heavy person or thing that appears clumsy or unwieldy

Using hulk: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hulk" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The hulk of the abandoned ship was still visible from the shore.

• Example

  He was a hulk of a man, towering over everyone else in the room.

• Example

  The old building was a hulk of its former self, with broken windows and crumbling walls.

hulk Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hulk

• giant
• colossus
• monster
• mammoth
• behemoth

Phrases with hulk

• the Hulk

  a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics

  Example

  The Hulk is known for his incredible strength and ability to transform into a giant green monster.

• hulk of a car

  an old, damaged, or wrecked car that is no longer functional

  Example

  The mechanic told me that my car was a hulk and it would be cheaper to buy a new one than to repair it.

• hulk of a building

  an old, abandoned, or ruined building that is no longer in use

  Example

  The hulk of the building had been standing there for years, a reminder of the city's past.

Origins of hulk

from Old English 'hulc', meaning 'large ship'

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Summary: hulk in Brief

The term 'hulk' [hʌlk] refers to an old, large, and clumsy ship or a large and heavy person or thing that appears clumsy or unwieldy. It can also refer to a fictional superhero or an old, damaged, or ruined car or building.