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vehicle

ve·hi·cle [ v ìk'l, v hìk'l ] (plural ve·hi·cles)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. means of land transportation: a usually wheeled conveyance used on land for carrying people or goods

2. structure for transport in space: a powered structure, device, or rocket used to transport a payload or another craft through space

3. communication medium: a medium for communicating, expressing, or accomplishing something

4. performing arts performance for particular performer: a film, play, show, or other performance designed or used to show off the talents of a particular performer

5. graphic arts mixture for paint pigment: a substance such as linseed oil or an acrylic vinyl polymer in which a pigment is mixed for painting

6. pharmaceutical industry substance blended with drug: an inactive substance with which a drug is blended to make it easier to apply, administer, or take

[Early 17th century. Via French véhicule< Latin vehiculum< vehere "carry"]
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