Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

road-trip

noun

/ˈroʊd trɪp/

Definition

A journey made by vehicle, particularly by car, where the travelers move from one location to another, often taking time to explore places along the way.

Examples

We took a road-trip across the country last summer, stopping at various national parks.
They planned a spontaneous road-trip to the beach for the weekend.
His favorite memories are from the road-trips he took with his friends in college.

Meaning

A road-trip generally implies a leisurely travel experience, involving scenic routes, stops at attractions, and the enjoyment of the journey as much as the destination.