Meaning of the word truck in English

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

truck

US /trʌk/

UK /trʌk/

a large, heavy road vehicle used for carrying goods, materials, or troops

Example:

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The delivery truck arrived late.

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He drives a big rig truck for a living.

Synonym:

lorry articulated lorry semi-trailer rig wagon

a wheeled vehicle for moving heavy articles

Example:

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We used a hand truck to move the heavy boxes.

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The baggage handler loaded the suitcases onto a luggage truck.

Synonym:

dolly cart trolley handcart

to transport (goods or materials) by truck

Example:

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The company decided to truck the produce directly to the market.

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They will truck the equipment to the construction site tomorrow.

Synonym:

haul transport convey carry

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