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VocabJLPT N2

tree trunk

Noun

Definitions

1. tree trunk
2. bole
3. backbone

This noun refers to the trunk or main stem of a tree — the central woody part that connects the roots to the branches. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a central or core element of something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Also, be careful not to compact the soil around the base of the trunk.

Sentence 2

She pointed and said, "the base of the trunk is wet."

Sentence 3

The news showed a tree with its trunk split open by the typhoon.

Sentence 4

Wait, there's a heart carved into the trunk — who did that!?

Sentence 5

Right then, a cat shot out from behind the trunk and scared me half to death!