26984 words

vehicle

8 definitions • 16 examples
1
a machine, usually with wheels and an engine, used for transporting people or goods, especially on land:

Examples:

A truck driver died last night when his vehicle overturned.
The number of thefts of motor vehicles rose by a third last year.
In a racing video game the player takes part in a racing competition with land, air, or sea vehicles.
2
a way of achieving, producing, or expressing something:

Examples:

The conference was seen as an ideal vehicle for increased cooperation between the member states.
3
a show, film, exhibition, etc. that is used to show the special skills or qualities of one particular performer or artist:

Examples:

The play seems to be little more than a vehicle for its director and star.
4
something used to transport people or goods, esp. something used on land or roads:

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5
a way of achieving something:

Examples:

Many say Morse code is an outdated vehicle for communication in today's high-tech world.
She used her celebrity status as a vehicle to run for political office.
6
a car, bus, truck, etc.:

Examples:

The tollways are used daily by 1.3 million vehicles.
a commercial/domestic/recreational vehicle Domestic vehicle sales will remain strong for a while.
7
something that can be used as a way of achieving, producing, or expressing something:

Examples:

a vehicle for sth Strong leadership was seen as the major vehicle for bringing about successful change.
8

Examples:

In the future we'll see new vehicles and new ways of producing the money that you need.

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