hulking

adjective

hulk·​ing ˈhəl-kiŋ How to pronounce hulking (audio)
: ponderous, massive
a hulking wrestler

Examples of hulking in a Sentence

A hulking figure appeared in the doorway. a heavy, hulking stone blocked the way
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What exactly does Child want this hulking avenger to represent? Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2025 Ranging in size from babies around a foot high to hulking adults, the creatures look more goofy than menacing. David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Feb. 2025 The Eagles used a 2022 first-round pick on defensive tackle Jordan Davis, a hulking run-stuffer who serves as the anchor of the Eagles front. Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 10 Feb. 2025 Just eight years ago, Chicago development firm Sterling Bay paid $510 million for the hulking structure. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for hulking 

Word History

First Known Use

1698, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hulking was in 1698

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“Hulking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hulking. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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