crash truck
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of crash truck
An Americanism dating back to 1940–45
Example Sentences
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A crash truck from nearby Chico sprayed the jet with foam to help extinguish the blaze.
From Los Angeles Times
The car hit the side of a crash truck, designed to protect work crews by absorbing the impact of a vehicle hitting it from behind.
From Washington Times
DOT spokesman Kevin Nursick says crews were patching potholes along Route 8 when Cormier slammed into the back of a crash truck, which is designed to protect the workers.
From Washington Times
The Royal driverless crash truck is being developed in partnership with technology firm Micro Systems, which supplies unmanned vehicles to the US military.
From The Guardian
SAT Tours of the fire engines, police cars and Paine Field Airport crash truck, firefighters live fire demonstration, free blood-pressure checks, information on child safety and preparing your family for emergencies, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
From Seattle Times
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