motor vehicle

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noun

an automobile, truck, bus, or similar motor-driven conveyance.

Origin of motor vehicle

First recorded in 1885–90

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Examples from the Web for motor vehicle

Contemporary Examples

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among American college students, after motor-vehicle accidents.
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July 19, 2009

Historical Examples

The recent development of the motor-vehicle had produced a light, strong, durable motor.
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Ray Stannard Baker

British Dictionary definitions for motor vehicle

motor vehicle

noun

a road vehicle driven by a motor or engine, esp an internal-combustion engine

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Examples from the Web for motor vehicle

Contemporary Examples

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among American college students, after motor-vehicle accidents.

Historical Examples

The recent development of the motor-vehicle had produced a light, strong, durable motor.

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