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minivan

or min·i-van

[ min-ee-van ]
/ ˈmɪn iˌvæn /
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noun
a small passenger van, somewhat larger than a station wagon, typically with side or rear windows and rear seats that can be removed for hauling small loads.
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British Dictionary definitions for minivan

minivan
/ (ˈmɪnɪˌvæn) /

noun
a small van, esp one with seats in the back for carrying passengers
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