roadworthy

American  

[rohd-wur-thee] / ˈroʊdˌwɜr ði /

adjective

roadworthier, roadworthiest

1. in suitable operating condition or meeting accepted standards for safe driving on the road.

   a roadworthy automobile.

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roadworthy British  

/ ˈrəʊdˌwɜːðɪ /

adjective

1. (of a motor vehicle) mechanically sound; fit for use on the roads

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noun

1. a certificate of roadworthiness for a motor vehicle

Other Word Forms

• roadworthiness noun
• unroadworthy adjective

Etymology

Origin of roadworthy

First recorded in 1810–20; road + -worthy

Example Sentences

Here’s one risk of customer pay: Some price-conscious drivers may be tempted to cut corners by buying parts that may be cheaper, but aren’t as roadworthy.

From MarketWatch

Police Scotland said drivers should ensure their cars are roadworthy before heading out.

From BBC

As we stop for gas with almost two weeks to go before November 5th, we’re kicking the tires of American democracy to see if it’s roadworthy.

From Slate

"Riders are required to use legal and roadworthy vehicles at all times, and as with all road users, they must follow local traffic laws and regulations."

From BBC

Minibus taxi operators across Cape Town also aired frustrations that the government was impounding taxis they claimed were not roadworthy.

From BBC