Vehicle

/ˈviːɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A conveyance, especially a motor vehicle, used for transporting people or goods.

He drove his new vehicle to work each day.

A means of carrying or communicating something.

The internet has become a powerful vehicle for information exchange.

An air, water, or land conveyance.

The company specializes in designing electric vehicles.

A written work that helps to communicate an idea or message.

The documentary served as a vehicle for social change.

Middle French 'vehicule', from Latin 'vehiculum', from 'vehere' meaning 'to carry'.

motion vehicle

A type of vehicle designed for movement, typically referencing motorsport.

commercial vehicle

A motor vehicle used for transporting goods or paying passengers.

public vehicle

A vehicle that is available for use by the general public, typically operated by a company or governmental agency.

automobile

A self-propelled road vehicle, typically with four wheels.

bike

A two-wheeled pedal-driven vehicle.

bus

A large vehicle that carries passengers by road.

Whip

He showed up in his new whip for the party.

Ride

Are we taking your ride or mine to the event?