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moving van

American

noun

a large truck or trailer used for transporting furnishings from one residence or office to another.

Etymology

Origin of moving van

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900

Example Sentences

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"He once tried to get out of a moving van because he didn't want to go," said Joe's mum, Helen.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

Later that year on Las Ramblas, in Barcelona, a white moving van.

From Slate • Jan. 7, 2025

There are certain to-dos to check off your list when moving to any new city: collect free boxes, book a moving van, change your address at the post office.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 4, 2023

The bartender recalled a time when he was moving to a new apartment right after receiving his driver’s license; he was nervous to drive the large moving van, so Yeager offered to drive for him.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2023

It is not an easy or pleasant task for men shackled together to use a sanitary bucket in a moving van.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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