adjective
Other Word Forms
- bulkily adverb
- bulkiness noun
- overbulkily adverb
- overbulkiness noun
- overbulky adjective
- unbulky adjective
Etymology
Origin of bulky
Example Sentences
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The bulky toy was holding a hollow, polka-dotted egg.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
Xanadu’s machines will be able to function at room temperature, eliminating the need for the bulky refrigerators needed to cool the components of most computers to absolute zero.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
The approach provides a distinct advantage: Xanadu’s machines will be able to function at room temperature, eliminating the need for the bulky refrigerators needed to cool the components of most computers to absolute zero.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Begin with bulky items, like underused furniture, she advised, and move on to clothing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
As I heave the bulky monitor into position, it groans and screeches across the wooden floor.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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