Definition

A powerful vehicle with large rear tires, used mainly for pulling farm equipment or machinery.

Example

The farmer used his tractor to plow the fields.

Conversation

I saw a huge tractor in the field today.

Really? What was it doing?

It was pulling a plow through the dirt.

That sounds interesting! I love watching farm equipment at work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tractor → It is formed from "tractus" (meaning to pull or drag) and the suffix "-or" (indicating an agent or doer). The word "tractor" refers to a machine that pulls or drags heavy loads, particularly in agricultural contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of a machine that 'pulls' ('tractus') things along — that's why a tractor is used to drag heavy loads.

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