Vehicle: meaning, definitions and examples
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vehicle
[ ˈviːɪkəl ]
on the road
A vehicle is a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods on land, especially on roads.
Synonyms
automobile, car, motorcycle, truck, van
Examples of usage
- The traffic was moving slowly due to a broken down vehicle.
- She drives a red vehicle to work every day.
in the air or water
A vehicle can also refer to a ship or aircraft used for transporting people or goods.
Synonyms
aircraft, boat, plane, ship, vessel
Examples of usage
- The cargo was loaded onto the large sea vehicle for transport.
- The airline announced the arrival of the next flight vehicle.
Translations
Translations of the word "vehicle" in other languages:
🇵🇹 veículo
🇮🇳 वाहन
🇩🇪 Fahrzeug
🇮🇩 kendaraan
🇺🇦 транспортний засіб
🇵🇱 pojazd
🇯🇵 車両
🇫🇷 véhicule
🇪🇸 vehículo
🇹🇷 araç
🇰🇷 차량
🇸🇦 مركبة
🇨🇿 vozidlo
🇸🇰 vozidlo
🇨🇳 车辆
🇸🇮 vozilo
🇮🇸 ökutæki
🇰🇿 көлік
🇬🇪 ტრანსპორტი
🇦🇿 nəqliyyat vasitəsi
🇲🇽 vehículo
Word origin
The word 'vehicle' originated from the Latin word 'vehiculum', which means a means of transport. It has evolved over time to encompass various modes of transportation, from horse-drawn carriages to modern automobiles, airplanes, and ships. The concept of vehicles has been integral to the development of human civilization, enabling trade, exploration, and communication.