Meaning & use
bulk
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the mass, size, or volume of something, especially when large, or a large quantity of goods.
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The store sells rice in bulk to save customers money.
Most of the ship's bulk lay hidden beneath the waterline.
A note on using this word
Frequently used in the phrases 'in bulk' (in large quantities) and 'the bulk of' (the majority of something).
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Another way to use it
2. verb
(verb) to increase in size or quantity, especially by adding something.
He tried to bulk up his resume with extra volunteer work before applying.
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