Vehicles — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Vehicles
Vehicles (noun)
- a means of carrying or transporting something
- motor vehicle
- a piece of mechanized equipment
- a vehicle that is supported above the surface of land or water by a cushion of air produced by downwardly directed fans, hovercraft
- a small motor vehicle with three or four wheels that is designed for use on various types of terrain —called also ATV
- a vehicle that carries a required minimum number of occupants —often used before another noun —abbreviation HOV
- a rocket used to launch a satellite or spacecraft
- an automotive vehicle not operated on rails; especially, one with rubber tires for use on highways
- a vehicle designed for recreational use (as in camping); especially, motor home
- a rugged automotive vehicle similar to a station wagon but built on a light-truck chassis, suv—called also sport-ute
Vehicles (adjective)
- relating to or produced from parents of different species, varieties, or breeds
- having or produced by a combination of two or more distinct elements, marked by heterogeneity in origin, composition, or appearance
- having two different types of components performing essentially the same function; specifically, of a vehicle, powered by both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor
Vehicles (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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something used to achieve an end
"used organized protests as a vehicle for change"
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something used to carry goods or passengers
"bought a larger vehicle after they had a third baby"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vehicles
The most common words with a similar meaning to Vehicles:
Word Forms of Vehicles
Inflections: air-cushion vehicles, high-occupancy vehicles, sport utility vehicles, sport-utility vehicles, sport utilities, sport-utilities
Origin & Etymology of Vehicles
borrowed from French & Latin; French véhicule, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Medieval Latin vehiculum "medium, agent of transmission," going back to Latin, "wheeled vehicle, means of transport," from vehere "to carry, convey" + -culum, instrumental suffix (going back to Indo-European *-tlom) way:1
First known use: 1612
Frequently Asked Questions about Vehicles
What does "Vehicles" mean?
"Vehicles" means a means of carrying or transporting something. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a means of carrying or transporting something. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Vehicles"?
Other words for "Vehicles" include agencies, agents, instrumentalities, instruments, machineries, means, mediums and ministries. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vehicles" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Vehicles"?
There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vehicles". Common alternatives include agencies, agents, instrumentalities, instruments, machineries, means, mediums, ministries, organs and conveyances.
How do you use "Vehicles" in a sentence?
Examples of "Vehicles" in a sentence: "used organized protests as a vehicle for change"; "bought a larger vehicle after they had a third baby".
Is "Vehicles" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Vehicles" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Vehicles"?
"Vehicles" is pronounced /ˈvē-ə-kəl/ and divided into syllables as ve·hi·cle.
What is the origin of the word "Vehicles"?
"Vehicles" comes from borrowed from French & Latin; French véhicule, going back to Middle French, borrowed from Medieval Latin vehiculum "medium, agent of transmission," going back to Latin, "wheeled vehicle, means of transport," from vehere "to carry, convey" + -culum, instrumental suffix (going back to Indo-European *-tlom) way:1. First known use: 1612.
What is another word for "Vehicles" meaning "something used to achieve an end"?
When "Vehicles" (noun) means something used to achieve an end, synonyms include agencies, agents, instrumentalities, instruments, machineries and means.