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trucking

noun

Simple meaning

Lateral movement of the camera.

Pronunciation

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truhking

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ˈtɹʌkɪŋ

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Definition

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noun

  1. us

    The conveyance of freight by trucks.

  2. Moving quickly

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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  • “My uncle works in the trucking industry, transporting goods across the country.”

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Inflected forms

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  • trucknounBase word

    An automotive vehicle suitable for hauling.

Word family

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  • truckernounPerson or profession

    Someone who drives a truck as an occupation.

Compound terms

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  • trucking companynounCompound term

    A company that ships goods or possessions by truck.

  • trucking industrynounCompound term

    An industry that provides transportation for commercial products.

  • trucking rignounCompound term

    A truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together.

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