Definition

A person who drives a truck to transport goods from one place to another.

Example

The trucker delivered the cargo on time despite the bad weather.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real trucker?

Yeah, my uncle drives long distances for a living.

That sounds interesting! What does he enjoy most about being a trucker?

He loves the freedom of the open road and exploring new places.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trucker → The word is formed from "truck" (from Middle English *trochke*, meaning a small wheel or pulley) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A trucker is a person who drives a truck, which is a vehicle used for transporting goods.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'truck' as a vehicle for carrying things, and the '-er' indicates a person. So, a trucker is someone who drives a vehicle designed for transport.

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