hauler

noun

haul·​er ˈhȯ-lər How to pronounce hauler (audio)
Synonyms of haulernext
: one that hauls: such as
a
: a commercial establishment or worker whose business is hauling
b
: an automotive vehicle for hauling goods or material

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For an American audience accustomed to massive three-row crossovers and premium haulers, the E-Space dumps the faux-off-road aesthetic of modern SUVs. — New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026 Transitioning from conventional diesel haulers to battery-electric trucks offers economic and environmental benefits. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026 Tuesday’s event, which featured an evening of musical performances, was sponsored by an assortment of city contractors and government agencies, including waste hauler Athens Services and the Department of Water and Power. — Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026 Unreliable waste collection has driven demand for informal waste haulers. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hauler

Word History

First Known Use

1674, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hauler was in 1674

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“Hauler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hauler. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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