Meaning of the word caravan in English

What does caravan mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

caravan

US /ˈker.ə.væn/

UK /ˈker.ə.væn/

a vehicle equipped for living in, typically towed by a car and used for holidays

Example:

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They spent their summer holidays traveling in a caravan.

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We rented a caravan for our trip to the coast.

Synonym:

trailer camper RV

a group of people, especially traders or pilgrims, traveling together across a desert in Asia or North Africa

Example:

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A long caravan of camels slowly crossed the desert.

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The ancient trade routes were used by large caravans.

Synonym:

convoy procession train

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