all–terrain vehicle

noun all–ter·rain vehicle

: a small open vehicle with three or four large wheels that is used to drive over very rough ground

Full Definition of ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE

: a small motor vehicle with three or four wheels that is designed for use on various types of terrain —called also ATV

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noun all–ter·rain vehicle

: a small open vehicle with three or four wheels for use on rough ground

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