Definitions

vehicle

[vee-i-kuhl, vee-hi-] / ˈvi ɪ kəl, ˈvi hɪ- /

NOUN

machine used for transportation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

automobile bicycle boat bus cab car jeep taxi truck van wagon

STRONG

agent buggy carrier chariot conveyance crate jalopy mechanism motorcycle transport vector wheels

NOUN

means of attaining end

Synonyms

STRONGEST

instrument tool

STRONG

agency agent apparatus channel expedient implement instrumentality intermediary mechanism medium ministry organ vector way

WEAK

means of expression ways and means

Antonyms

WEAK

end goal

Example Sentences

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Tijerina later made it clear that he intended to put trackers in every vehicle the county owned.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

General Motors is expanding into alternative EV battery uses, including bidirectional charging and utility-scale storage, beyond vehicle sales.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

According to Cox Automotive, the average transaction price for a new EV in the U.S. is $55,000, compared with $49,000 for a gas-powered vehicle.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

He added: "We need a mandatory minimum fine of £20,000 and, again, vehicle forfeiture on conviction."

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

He rocked back and forth in his seat, gripping the frame of the Diplomat, trying to propel his body out of the vehicle.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen

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