Bulky
Definition
Occupying a very large space, hindering, obstructing, or blocking freedom of movement and fluid circulation; characterized by bulky dimensions or a cumbersome structure. It applies to objects, equipment, or goods that, due to oversized gauge or irregular shape, are difficult to handle, store, or transport.
Bilingual Equivalents
- Bulky
- Cumbersome
Grammatical & Source Details
| Inflection Type | Variable adjective with standard masculine, feminine, and plural structural changes. |
| Formation | Borrowed directly from the French adjective 'encombrant', adapted to standard grammar. |
| Spelling / Pronunciation | [an.kom.ˈbrant] |
| Source | Technical Dictionary of Modern Cargo Transport and Logistics |
Contextual Usage Examples
RO: Ambalajul exterior era mult prea ancombrant pentru a putea fi introdus în liftul standard de marfă.
EN: The outer packaging was much too bulky to be placed inside the standard freight elevator.
RO: Fiecare dispozitiv de măsurare vechi a fost înlocuit cu un senzor digital mult mai puțin ancombrant.
EN: Each old measuring device was replaced with a much less cumbersome digital sensor.
RO: Echipa de intervenție a trebuit să mute un mobilier ancombrant care bloca ieșirea de urgență a clădirii.
EN: The intervention team had to move some bulky furniture that was blocking the building's emergency exit.
Idioms & Phrases
Obiect ancombrant / Cumbersome object
RO: Articol structural de mari dimensiuni care reduce considerabil spațiul util de manevră dintr-un perimetru restrâns.
EN: A large structural item that considerably reduces the useful maneuvering space within a restricted perimeter.
Bagaj ancombrant / Oversized baggage
RO: Geantă sau colet care depășește dimensiunile standard permise la transport și necesită taxare ori manipulare separată.
EN: A bag or package that exceeds the standard dimensions allowed for transport and requires separate fees or handling.
Echipament tehnologic ancombrant / Bulky technological equipment
RO: Ansamblu de mașinării industriale masive care impune reguli speciale de amplasare în fluxul de producție.
EN: A collection of massive industrial machinery that imposes special placement rules within the production flow.
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