tow truck
See also: towtruck and tow-truck
English
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A tow truck
Alternative forms
- towtruck, tow-truck
Etymology
From tow + truck.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈtoʊ.tɹʌk/
Noun
tow truck (plural tow trucks)
- A motor vehicle typically equipped with winches, chains, and related equipment, and used to tow disabled vehicles.
Synonyms
- breakdown lorry, breakdown truck, recovery truck, wrecker
Translations
motor vehicle for towing
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See also
- flatbed truck