semitrailer

/ˈsɛmitreɪlər/
/ˈsɛmitreɪlə/
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Other forms: semitrailers

Definitions of semitrailer
  1. noun
    a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle
    synonyms: semi
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    type of:
    trailer
    a large transport conveyance designed to be pulled by a truck or tractor
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