Truck
/ˈtrʌk/
Definitions
- (n.) A motor vehicle designed primarily for the transportation of goods.
The company used a truck to deliver the merchandise.
- (n.) A term in maritime law referring to the use of shipboard fittings or devices, such as a block or pulley, often called a truck.
The crew repaired the truck on the ship's mast to secure the sails.
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- trucks
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'truck' primarily denotes a goods vehicle but can also appear in specialized maritime usage; precise context is essential for interpretation.
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