Synonyms for

Trailers

Verb / ˈtreɪlɜ:z / Another word for trailers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Trailers are vehicles that are used to transport goods or materials from one place to another.

Synonyms & similar words

laggard housetrailer dawdler prevue poke preview lagger drone trailer caravan trucks lorries semis rigs hauliers transporters carriers conveyors freighters shuttles wagons carts carriages trolleys wheelbarrows trailers buggies sleds sleighs

Synonyms by register

Formal

appendages extensions attachments

Informal

caravans rigs vans

Literary

aftermaths rearguards

Antonyms

leaders precursors forefronts van vanguard

Common collocations

  • pull a trailer
  • hitch a trailer
  • trailer park
  • bumper pull trailer
  • gooseneck trailer
  • trailer hitch
  • trailer home

Word family

noun trailer
verb trail

Usage note

While 'trailer' can refer to a preview of a film, in common usage it often refers to a towed vehicle, especially a mobile home or a recreational vehicle.

Example sentences

  1. The trailers were filled with boxes of books.
  2. The truck driver backed the trailer up to the loading dock.
  3. We rented a trailer to move our furniture.
  4. The trailer was attached to the car for the long journey.
  5. The trailer was too heavy for the small car to tow.

Quotes

  • I don't like to watch trailers because they give away too much of the story.
  • Trailers are like mini-movies that leave you wanting more.
  • Trailers are designed to get you excited about a movie or TV show.

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