hulk meaning

hulk as a noun

1. a very large person; impressive in size or qualities

   Synonyms: giant, heavyweight, whale

   Type of: large person

   Related forms: hulky

2. a ship that has been wrecked and abandoned

   Type of: ship

hulk as a verb

1. appear very large or occupy a commanding position
   • The huge sculpture predominates over the fountain
   • Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall

   Synonyms: loom, tower, predominate

   Type of: rise

How to pronounce hulk

hulk is pronounced /hʌlk/ in British English and /hʌlk/ in American English. It has 1 syllable.

Words that rhyme with hulk

• bulk
• sulk