roadworthy
adjective
in suitable operating condition or meeting accepted standards for safe driving on the road.
roadworthiness
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a word derived from
roadworthy.
Example Sentences
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When it came to the "One Hand Clapping" sessions, McCartney wanted to test Wings’ roadworthiness, an exam that the post-Beatles outfit passed with flying colors.
From Salon ● Mar. 21, 2025
The company blamed the cut on supply chain issues and an updated timing for homologation, or the certification for roadworthiness.
From Reuters ● May 9, 2023
When the Rolls breaks down, for instance, the audience can’t help but see it as a comment on the country’s roadworthiness.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 23, 2018
Between roadworthiness and airworthiness, experts say, approval in the latter is much more difficult to attain.
From Washington Post ● Jun. 20, 2016
The MOT is the annual test of roadworthiness that all cars and vans must pass once they are three years old.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2010
