Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

semitrailer

noun

/ˈsemɪˌtreɪlər/

Definition

A trailer that is designed to be towed by a tractor. The front of the semitrailer rests on the back of a tractor, while the rear wheels support the trailer itself.

Examples

The delivery truck was equipped with a large semitrailer to transport furniture.
Many semitrailers can hold over 30,000 pounds of cargo.
He drives a semitrailer for a national trucking company.

Meaning

A semitrailer is commonly used for transporting goods, especially in freight and logistics. It differs from a standard trailer in that it relies on a vehicle to support part of its weight and structure.