Trunk

usgb/trʌŋk/
noun

The part of an elephant's head that it uses to pick up objects, food and water.

The elephant used its trunk to pick up the food and bring it to its mouth.
Visual representation of "trunk" - The part of an elephant's head that it uses to pick up objects, food and water.

Often appears as...

  • elephant's trunk
  • use its trunk
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Animal Feature

Remember 'trunk' describes a special body part for elephants, similar to a nose and an arm.

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The baby elephant curled its trunk around the caretaker's arm.
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Versatile Tool

'Trunk' emphasizes the elephant's ability to perform multiple tasks with this unique body part.

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The elephant's trunk can also act as a snorkel when swimming.
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