sport utility
Definition
Noun: 1. A high-performance four-wheel drive vehicle built on a truck chassis: A "sport utility" refers to a type of rugged, powerful vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use, combining features of a passenger car and a truck. It is characterized by a high ground clearance, a spacious interior, and often, four-wheel drive capability.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The family chose a sport utility for their camping trip because of its space and off-road capability.
- Many sport utility vehicles are popular for their commanding view of the road.
- He prefers driving a sport utility in winter due to its improved traction.
Advanced Usage
- The term is most commonly used in its full form, "sport utility vehicle", often abbreviated as SUV. When used alone, "sport utility" is understood to mean this type of vehicle.
- The automotive market has seen a significant shift towards sport utility vehicles.
Variants and Related Words
- Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) (n): The full and most common term for this vehicle category.
- Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) (n): A related type of vehicle built on a car platform rather than a truck chassis, often blending features of an SUV and a sedan.
Synonyms
- Off-roader: A vehicle designed for driving on rough terrain.
- Four-by-four (4x4): A vehicle with a drivetrain that powers all four wheels, a common feature of many sport utility vehicles.
Related Phrases
- Compact SUV: A smaller-sized sport utility vehicle.
- Full-size SUV: A very large sport utility vehicle.
Noun
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a high-performance four-wheel drive car built on a truck chassis
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