Meaning & Definition of Van in English
English⟶
Van
/væn/
noun
1. Any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
synonym:
- avant-garde,
- vanguard,
- van,
- new wave
2. The leading units moving at the head of an army
synonym:
- vanguard,
- van
3. (great britain) a closed railroad car that carries baggage or freight
synonym:
- van
4. A camper equipped with living quarters
synonym:
- van,
- caravan
5. A truck with an enclosed cargo space
synonym:
- van
Examples of using
The sniper is driving a white van.