Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

detran

Noun

/deˈtrãn/

Definition

DETRAN stands for ‘Departamento Estadual de Trânsito’, which translates to ‘State Department of Transit’ in English. It is a government agency in Brazil responsible for overseeing the regulation of vehicle registration, driver licensing, and traffic laws.

Examples

The DETRAN issued my driver’s license after I passed the exam.
I went to the DETRAN to register my new car.
Every year, the DETRAN conducts educational campaigns on road safety.

Meaning

The term ‘detran’ refers to the governmental body that manages transportation-related activities in each Brazilian state, ensuring compliance with traffic regulations and promoting road safety.