Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dmv

abbreviation
ˈdiːˌɛmˈviː
Definition
DMV stands for Department of Motor Vehicles, a governmental agency responsible for vehicle registration and driver licensing.
Examples
  • After moving to a new state, I had to visit the DMV to register my car.
  • She spent hours at the DMV waiting for her turn to take the driving test.
  • The DMV provides online services for renewing your driver’s license.
Meaning
The DMV is where people go to obtain their driver’s licenses, register their vehicles, and take care of other transportation-related services.
Synonyms
  • Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Motor Vehicle Agency
  • Transportation Authority