Vehicle: meaning, definitions and examples

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vehicle

 

[ ˈviːɪkəl ]

Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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.