Pronunciation

/væn/

Definitions

Noun

1. A vehicle with a boxlike body, typically one with large rear doors, used for carrying goods or passengers. Example: “The delivery van arrived at the store this morning.”
2. A small enclosed vehicle, often used by artists or photographers, with a removable top. Example: “She drove her converted van to the countryside for a photoshoot.”
3. A small, compact car, especially one with sliding doors. Example: “The family chose a compact van to fit their growing needs.”

Verb

1. To transport people or goods in a van. Example: “The construction workers loaded the van with tools and materials.”
2. To use a van for personal or commercial purposes. Example: “She uses her van as a mobile office for her business.”

Adjective

1. Relating to or characterized by a van or vans. Example: “The company specializes in van-based delivery services.”

Phrases

• “Hire a van” means to rent a van for transportation purposes.
• “Van life” refers to the lifestyle of living in a van, often as a form of travel or minimalism.
• “Drive a van” is a common action when operating such a vehicle.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The moving van was packed with all their furniture.”
• Verb: “He decided to drive the van across the country on his vacation.”
• Adjective: “The van dealership had a wide range of models to choose from.”

Synonyms

• Panel van
• Cargo van
• Minivan
• Transporter
• Lorry (informal, UK) -厢式车 (Chinese, xíáng shì chē)