motortruck

noun

mo·​tor·​truck ˈmō-tər-ˌtrək How to pronounce motortruck (audio)
: an automotive truck used especially for transporting freight

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of motortruck was in 1916

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“Motortruck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motortruck. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

motortruck

noun
mo·​tor·​truck ˈmōt-ər-ˌtrək How to pronounce motortruck (audio)
: a self-propelled truck for transporting freight
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