Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a tunnel.

Example

The path through the trees was tunnellike, creating a dark and enclosed feeling.

Conversation

Have you seen that new road they built?

Yeah, it looks really tunnellike when you drive through it.

I know! It's kind of eerie, but also cool.

Definitely! It makes the whole drive feel different.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tunnellike → It is formed from "tunnel" (from Old French *tonnel*, meaning a small barrel or tube) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "tunnellike" describes something that resembles or is similar to a tunnel.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tunnel' as a small passage and '-like' meaning resembling — so 'tunnellike' refers to something that looks like a tunnel.

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