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Basic Nouns - Transportation

Here you will learn some English nouns related to transportation such as "subway", "scooter", and "submarine".

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Categorized Basic English Nouns
car
[noun]

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

Ex: We are going on a road trip and renting car.
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bicycle
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a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

Ex: They are buying a bicycle for their daughter 's birthday .
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bus
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a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

Ex: bus was full , so I had to stand for the entire journey .
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train
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a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

Ex: train traveled through beautiful countryside .
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subway
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an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

Ex: There are designated seats for elderly and pregnant passengers on the subway.
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a vehicle with two wheels, powered by an engine

Ex: She prefers the freedom and agility of motorcycle over a car .
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scooter
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a light motor vehicle with a floorboard on which the rider puts their legs, and with wheels of usually small size

Ex: After learning how to balance , he confidently rode scooter for the first time without assistance .
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taxi
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a car that has a driver whom we pay to take us to different places

Ex: taxi dropped me off at the entrance of the restaurant .
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airplane
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a flying vehicle with fixed wings that moves people and goods from one place to another through sky

Ex: airplane is a fast way to travel long distances .
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a large aircraft with metal blades on top that go around

Ex: We took helicopter tour to get a bird's-eye view of the city .
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(trademark) a boot with a line of small wheels at its bottom that is used for skating

Ex: rollerblades were perfect for skating on the smooth trail .
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trolley
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a vehicle that runs on electricity, moving on a rail in streets of a town or city to carry passengers

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boat
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a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: We went fishing in a small boat on the calm lake.
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ship
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a large boat, used for carrying passengers or goods across the sea

Ex: ship's crew worked together to ensure the smooth operation of the vessel .
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van
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a big vehicle without back windows, smaller than a truck, used for carrying people or things

Ex: The floristvan was filled with colorful blooms , ready to be delivered to customers .
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a powered railroad vehicle that pulls a train along

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ferry
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a boat or ship used to transport passengers and sometimes vehicles, usually across a body of water

Ex: ferry operates daily , connecting the two towns across the river .
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canoe
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a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: canoe race attracted participants from all over the region , showcasing skill and endurance on the water .
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a small board with two sets of wheels we stand on to move around by pushing one foot down

Ex: He used skateboard as his primary mode of transportation , zipping through traffic and navigating busy streets with ease .
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jet ski
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a small motorized vehicle that one can ride like a motorcycle on water

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kayak
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a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: He strapped his fishing gear onto kayak and paddled out onto the lake to find the best fishing spots .
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yacht
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a large boat with an engine used for pleasure trips

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a big ship for vacation trips, usually with fun things to do and entertainment on board

Ex: She took cruise ship to Alaska for a scenic voyage through the glaciers .
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rickshaw
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a doorless two-wheeled vehicle that holds one or two passengers and is drawn by a person walking or cycling, used in South East Asia

Ex: During their visit to India , they took rickshaw to explore the historic marketplaces and local attractions .
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cable car
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a type of transportation system in which a cabin or car is suspended and moved along a cable, often used on hills or mountains for scenic views or access to remote areas

Ex: They enjoyed the scenic ride on cable car during their vacation in the Alps .
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sled
[noun]

a vehicle often pulled by horses used for carrying people over snow from one place to the other

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monorail
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a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

Ex: Engineers praised monorail for its minimal footprint and environmentally friendly design compared to traditional rail systems .
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a motorized or towable vehicle equipped with living amenities, designed for temporary accommodation and travel enjoyment

Ex: Recreational vehicles come in various sizes and styles , from compact camper vans to luxurious motorhomes with multiple slide-outs .
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a vehicle designed and used to go to space and return multiple times

Ex: Endeavour was one of the space shuttles used for scientific research and satellite deployment missions.
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jet
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a very fast aircraft with jet engines

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a big, colorful, and light kite that people use to fly in the sky

Ex: paraglider's design made it easy to control and steer during the flight .
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zip line
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an outdoor recreational activity and adventure sport where participants ride along a cable or wire, often suspended between two elevated points, using a harness and pulley system, experiencing a thrilling and fast-paced aerial ride

Ex: After climbing up to the platform, he grabbed the harness and took off on the zip line.
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submarine
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a warship that can operate both on and under water

Ex: submarine surfaced near the coast to deploy special forces for a covert operation .
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truck
[noun]

a large road vehicle used for carrying goods

Ex: We rented a truck to transport our furniture to the new house .
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limousine
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a large, luxurious, and expensive car with a partition between the passengers and the driver

Ex: Celebrities often limousines for red carpet events , arriving in elegance and sophistication .
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minivan
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a large car that is similar to a van and can seat up to eight or nine people

Ex: He parked minivan in the driveway , next to the family sedan .
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a type of vehicle designed to be used on rough or uneven surfaces, like dirt trails or rocky terrain, rather than on smooth roads

Ex: Off-road vehicles are essential for farmers who need to navigate through rugged terrain .
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a large car in which the engine delivers power to all four wheels

Ex: sport utility vehicle's rear seats folded flat to create more cargo space .
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sedan
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a car having a closed body with two or four doors and a separated trunk in the back

Ex: The dealership sedans in a variety of colors and models .
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hatchback
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a car with a rear door that swings upward, providing access to the cargo area, and usually has a shared space for passengers and cargo

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coupe
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a car with a fixed roof, two doors, and a compact size, often designed for style and performance rather than spaciousness

Ex: After test-driving several models, I fell in love with the style and performance of the coupé.
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forklift
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a powerful truck with forks at the front that is used to lift and move heavy materials, commonly found in places like warehouses and construction sites

Ex: forklift ran out of fuel , so they had to wait for a technician to refill it .
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crane
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a very large tall machine used for lifting heavy objects

Ex: The film crew set up crane to capture sweeping aerial shots of the city skyline for the movie .
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a type of elevated platform machinery that features a hydraulic or articulated arm with a platform at the end, enabling workers to access elevated areas for maintenance, construction, or other tasks

Ex: The team used cherry picker to change the lightbulbs in the ceiling of the warehouse .
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a large vehicle composed of a tractor unit that pulls a separate trailer, commonly used for transporting goods over long distances on highways

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a vehicle with an open cargo area at the back, usually separated from the cab, designed for hauling goods, equipment, or transporting smaller loads

Ex: I borrowed a friendpickup truck to transport the bicycles to the park .
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a heavy-duty vehicle with a bed that can be tilted or raised at the front, allowing it to unload its contents by tipping them out behind the truck

Ex: They rented dump truck to move all the landscaping materials for the project .
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an automobile that is smaller than a full-sized car, making it easier to drive and park in tight spaces

Ex: She opted for compact car for its fuel efficiency and easy maneuverability in city traffic .
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a longer-bodied vehicle with a rear cargo area that is part of the passenger compartment, often with a rear hatchback or tailgate for cargo access

Ex: They rented station wagon for their cross-country drive .
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a vehicle designed to travel in space

Ex: After completing its mission , spacecraft re-entered Earth 's atmosphere and safely returned with samples collected from space .
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