Word: Tipper Truck
Definition: A "tipper truck" is a type of truck that has a special feature allowing it to lift its back end so that it can dump its load out easily. This means that the materials inside the truck can be emptied without anyone having to carry them out by hand. The truck uses a hydraulic system (which works with liquid) to raise the front end of the truck bed, letting the contents spill out by gravity.
You can use "tipper truck" when talking about vehicles used for transporting materials like sand, gravel, or construction debris. It's commonly used in construction and landscaping.
"The construction site needed a tipper truck to deliver and unload sand quickly."
In professional or technical discussions, you might refer to the operational capabilities of a tipper truck, such as its load capacity or hydraulic system efficiency.
While "tipper truck" specifically refers to the vehicle, the word "tip" can also mean: 1. To give a small amount of money for service (like in a restaurant). 2. To give a hint or advice (e.g., "I have a tip for you about studying effectively.").
There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs commonly associated with "tipper truck," but you can use related terms in phrases, like: - "Tip over" - meaning to fall or spill out. - "Tip the scales" - meaning to influence a decision or outcome.