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all-terrain vehicle

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all-ter⋅rain ve⋅hicle

[awl-tuh-reyn]
–noun
a vehicle with treads, wheels, or both, designed to traverse varied, uneven terrain as well as roads. Abbreviation: ATV

Origin:
1965–70
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all-ter·rain vehicle   (ôl'tə-rān')   
n.   Abbr. ATV
A small, open motor vehicle having one seat and three or more wheels fitted with large tires. It is designed chiefly for recreational use over roadless, rugged terrain.
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