Synonyms for
Trailer
Definition
a vehicle or piece of equipment designed to be towed behind a motor vehicle
Synonyms & similar words
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Common collocations
- movie trailer
- watch a trailer
- new trailer
- trailer park
- trailer hitch
- trailer home
- trailer load
- trailer truck
Word family
Usage note
While 'trailer' can refer to a vehicle, its most common modern usage is for a short promotional video for a film or television show. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion.
Example sentences
- We bought a new trailer to transport our bikes.
- The movie trailer gave us a sneak peek of the film.
- The family went on a road trip in their trailer.
- The trailer was too heavy for the car to tow.
- The trailer had a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom.
Quotes
"I grew up in a trailer park in Bellingham, Washington." - Hilary Swank
"I lived in a trailer for seven years." - Gwen Stefani
"I was born in a trailer, and I grew up in a trailer." - Dolly Parton