Hauler: meaning, definitions and examples

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hauler

 

[ ˈhɔːlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

transport vehicle

A hauler is a type of vehicle or machinery designed to transport large loads of goods or materials from one location to another. It can refer to trucks, trailers, or any vehicle that has the capability to carry heavy items. The term is commonly used in logistics and construction industries.

Synonyms

carrier, freighter, loader, transporter, truck.

Examples of usage

  • The hauler delivered the construction materials to the site early in the morning.
  • We hired a hauler to move our furniture to the new house.
  • The excavator is a powerful hauler used in heavy-duty projects.

Translations

Translations of the word "hauler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transportador

🇮🇳 ट्रक चालक

🇩🇪 Lkw-Fahrer

🇮🇩 pengangkut

🇺🇦 вантажник

🇵🇱 przewoźnik

🇯🇵 トレーラー運転手

🇫🇷 transporteur

🇪🇸 transportista

🇹🇷 taşımacı

🇰🇷 운송업체

🇸🇦 ناقل

🇨🇿 přepravce

🇸🇰 prepravca

🇨🇳 运输者

🇸🇮 prevoznik

🇮🇸 flutningamaður

🇰🇿 тасымалдаушы

🇬🇪 ტვირთმზიდი

🇦🇿 daşıyıcı

🇲🇽 transportista

Etymology

The word 'hauler' originates from the verb 'to haul,' which comes from the Old English word 'halian,' meaning 'to pull' or 'to drag.' The term has evolved over the centuries, becoming more specialized in usage with the advent of modern transport technology. 'Haulter' is a derivative of the same root, and it has been used in various forms to describe vehicles or individuals that transport goods. By the 19th century, the word began being widely used in the context of logistics and freight transport, especially with the rise of railroads and heavy freight vehicles. As economies grew and the demand for moving goods increased, the term 'hauler' established itself firmly in transportation vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,745 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.