in bulk — in large quantities; as a whole unit rather than in separate packages
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in large quantities; as a whole unit rather than in separate packages
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn bʌlk/
Korean meaning: 대량으로, 낱개가 아닌 덩어리로
Korean pronunciation: 인 **벌**크
Example Sentences
- My mom bought 50 rolls of toilet paper in bulk during the pandemic - we're still using them!
- The restaurant saves money by purchasing ingredients in bulk from wholesale suppliers.
- She regretted buying candy in bulk because she ate it all in one week.
in bulk
ADVERB//ɪn bʌlk//
in large quantities; as a whole unit rather than in separate packages
A customer shops in bulk at the warehouse store
Even a hulk can sulk when surrounded by bulk!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
bulk는 북유럽어에서 유래한 단어로, 원래는 '배의 화물칸'을 의미했습니다. 큰 배에 물건을 가득 채워 운송하던 모습에서 '대량으로'라는 의미로 발전했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom bought 50 rolls of toilet paper in bulk during the pandemic - we're still using them!”
“The restaurant saves money by purchasing ingredients in bulk from wholesale suppliers.”
“She regretted buying candy in bulk because she ate it all in one week.”
“Companies often offer discounts when customers buy in bulk.”
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