Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pantechnicon
noun
/ˌpanˈtɛk.nɪ.kən/
Definition
A large vehicle or building, often used for storing or transporting various items, especially furniture.
Examples
- A pantechnicon was parked outside, filled with boxes and furniture ready for the move.
- The moving company used a pantechnicon to transport the entire contents of the house.
- We had to wait for the pantechnicon to arrive before we could unload our belongings.
Meaning
The term refers to a facility or transport means designed for housing a wide range of goods, typically in a commercial context.
Synonyms
- van
- truck
- container
- storage facility
