Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

milk-float

noun

/mɪlk floʊt/

Definition

A vehicle used for delivering milk, usually with a distinctive design and often featuring a large storage container.

Examples

In the early mornings, the milk-float would make its rounds through the quiet streets, delivering fresh milk to local homes.
He remembers hearing the sound of the milk-float as it passed by his house, signaling the start of a new day.
During the summer, the milk-float was often filled with ice to keep the milk cool during delivery.

Meaning

A milk-float is a specially designed vehicle for the distribution of milk, often seen in traditional or rural settings, where the delivery of fresh milk occurs early in the morning.