SUV
Definition
- Noun:
- A high-performance four-wheel drive car built on a truck chassis: An SUV is a type of vehicle that combines features of a passenger car with those of a truck, typically characterized by a raised ground clearance, four-wheel drive capability, and a more rugged construction.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We need an SUV for our camping trip because the roads are rough.
- The popularity of the SUV has grown significantly in recent years.
- She prefers driving an SUV for its commanding view of the road.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The term "SUV" is often used attributively to describe features, markets, or segments related to these vehicles.
- The SUV segment is highly competitive among manufacturers.
- We're looking for an SUV model with good fuel economy.
Variants and Related Words
- Sport utility vehicle: This is the full term for the acronym "SUV." It is used interchangeably.
- The sport utility vehicle was designed for both on-road comfort and off-road capability.
Synonyms
- Four-by-four (4x4): A vehicle with a drivetrain that allows all four wheels to receive torque from the engine simultaneously. (Note: While many SUVs are 4x4, not all are, and not all 4x4 vehicles are SUVs.)
- Off-roader: A vehicle designed for use on unsurfaced roads or rough terrain. (This emphasizes the capability more than the specific form factor of an SUV.)
Related Phrases
- SUV/crossover: Often used to discuss the blurred line between traditional truck-based SUVs and more car-like crossover utility vehicles (CUVs).
- The market now offers a wide range of choices between a traditional SUV and a crossover.
Notes on Meaning
- The core meaning refers to the vehicle's architecture (built on a truck chassis) and intended purpose (utility and performance in varied conditions). In modern usage, the term is sometimes applied more loosely to include car-based crossovers (CUVs), though purists distinguish between the two based on the chassis construction.
Noun
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a high-performance four-wheel drive car built on a truck chassis
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