Emergency Vehicle
/ˈiː.mɚ.dʒən.si ˈvɪə.kəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A vehicle authorized to respond to emergencies, such as police cars, ambulances, and fire trucks, often granted special traffic privileges.
The emergency vehicle used its siren to clear the way during the rescue operation.
Forms
- emergency vehicle
- emergency vehicles
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Commentary
Legal definitions of emergency vehicles often focus on authorization and privileges under traffic laws; it is crucial to specify the types of vehicles included and the context of their emergency use when drafting statutes or regulations.
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