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minivan
This term describes a specific utility-focused vehicle that bridges the gap between a traditional station wagon and a full-sized passenger van. It carries a connotation of domesticity and practicality, often associated with suburban family life and the logistical demands of transporting children and gear.
In contemporary usage, the word sometimes carries a slight social stigma of "parental boredom," contrasting with the more adventurous image of an SUV. However, its primary semantic value remains rooted in spatial efficiency and accessibility, specifically referencing the sliding door mechanism that distinguishes it from other multi-purpose vehicles.
Meanings
Examples
We need a minivan if we want to fit all the kids and their gear.
I can not believe I am actually driving a minivan now.
They loaded the camping equipment into the back of the minivan.
A white minivan pulled up to the curb and dropped off three students.
The sliding door of the minivan makes it easy to load the stroller.
Maybe a minivan would be more practical for our growing family.
The detective noticed a dent on the rear bumper of the suspect's minivan.