Meaning

1. tree trunk
2. trunk; torso
3. in a tree structure, a major branch from which smaller branches stem
4. a language family which is not a subfamily (that is, the topmost family of a language family tree)
5. frustum (the portion of a solid hat lies between two parallel planes)
6. stocks (type of device for public humiliation and punishment)
7. a post where slaves were tied to be flogged
8. prison, jail