tow truck
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtoʊ trʌk/
Definition
A vehicle equipped with a specialized mechanism for pulling or lifting other vehicles that are disabled, illegally parked, or involved in accidents.
Examples
The tow truck arrived within twenty minutes to clear the stalled car from the busy intersection.
She watched as the tow truck hooked up her damaged sedan and slowly pulled it onto the flatbed.
Parking in a fire lane will almost certainly result in your vehicle being taken away by a tow truck.
Synonyms of tow truck
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