haulier
Americannoun
noun
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a person or firm that transports goods by lorry; one engaged in road haulage
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a person that hauls, esp a mine worker who conveys coal from the workings to the foot of the shaft
Example Sentences
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In March, Dublin announced a 250 million-euro package to reduce fuel costs, notably including a diesel rebate for road haulier.
From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026
Natalie Chapman, from haulier group Logistics UK, said some lorry drivers had waited to cross the Channel for "well over 18 hours" in queues with no toilet facilities.
From BBC • Jul. 23, 2022
"The vast majority of import containers are cleared for collection within minutes of arriving and there are over 1,000 unused haulier bookings most days," the port stressed.
From BBC • Oct. 12, 2021
"We are working hard with our haulier supplier to deliver fuel into sites and minimise any disruption to our customers. We apologise for any inconvenience caused," a statement said.
From BBC • Jul. 21, 2021
She knew the pay of the forest men, from the haulier to the princely axeman and river-jack.
From The Man in the Twilight by Cullum, Ridgwell
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