Meaning of the word hulk in English

What does hulk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hulk

US /hʌlk/
UK /hʌlk/

Noun

a large, heavy person or thing

Example:
The old ship was a rusting hulk in the harbor.
He was a huge hulk of a man, with broad shoulders.

Verb

to appear large and menacing

Example:
The dark figure hulked in the doorway.
A massive building hulked over the smaller houses.
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