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bulky

1 of 1adjective
/ˈbʌlki/
Forms:bulkier,bulkiest
1

large and occupying a significant amount of space, often hard to handle

  • The bulky furniture crowded the room, leaving little space to maneuver.
  • He struggled to fit the bulky suitcase into the overhead compartment on the plane.
  • The bulky winter coat kept her warm but made it difficult to move freely.
  • They donated their bulky old television in favor of a sleeker, more modern model.
  • The bulky equipment took up most of the storage space in the garage.
2

having a large, heavy, and solid build

  • The football player was so bulky that he easily blocked his opponents.
  • Despite his bulky frame, he moved with surprising agility.
  • She found it hard to find clothes that fit her bulky shoulders.
  • The bodybuilder’s bulky physique was the result of years of intense training.
  • His bulky appearance made him look intimidating, but he was actually very gentle.