bulky

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Adjective bulky has 1 sense

bulky - of large size for its weight
Antonyms: small, little (indirect, via large, big)
Antonyms: small, little (indirect, via large, big)

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Bulky

Definition

Adjective: taking up a lot of space, often awkward or difficult to handle

Adjective: having a large and heavy body, often muscular or overweight

Senses

Sense 1: Taking up a lot of space, often awkward or difficult to handle

Example sentences:

The luggage was so bulky that it barely fit in the car trunk.
She wore a bulky winter coat to stay warm in the freezing temperatures.
The old television sets were quite bulky compared to the sleek designs of today.

Sense 2: Having a large and heavy body, often muscular or overweight

Example sentences:

The bulky football player easily pushed through the defensive line.
Despite his bulky appearance, the bodybuilder was surprisingly agile.
His bulky frame made it difficult for him to fit into narrow spaces.