recreational vehicle

noun

Synonyms of recreational vehiclenext
: a vehicle designed for recreational use (as in camping)
especially : motor home

Synonyms of recreational vehicle

Examples of recreational vehicle in a Sentence

sales of recreational vehicles typically go down when gas prices go up
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The rentals also cannot be ADUs, or Accessory Dwelling Units, junior ADUs, recreational vehicles, hotels, motels, timeshares, bed and breakfast inns or affordable housing. Terri Daxon, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026 Many residents who returned to Grizzly Flats live on their land in recreational vehicles. Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The platform also accommodates mobile properties such as boats and recreational vehicles, where operational knowledge plays a significant role in both safety and enjoyment. Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026 Through another patient, Guzman learned of an unused recreational vehicle whose owner was willing to donate it. Paula Span, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for recreational vehicle

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of recreational vehicle was in 1949

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“Recreational vehicle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recreational%20vehicle. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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recreational vehicle

noun
: a vehicle designed for recreational use (as in camping)
especially : motor home

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