: of, relating to, done with, or being a vehicle designed especially to operate away from public roads

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The other is an even more monstrous iteration of the Raptor R off-road truck. Charles Singh, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025 But, whereas the original two-wheeler to bear the name was a classic touring motorcycle, the new bike is an agile adventure model designed for on- and off-road fun. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2025 The Scout helped create the modern SUV before the term even existed, offering drivers a comfortable, everyday vehicle that could handle off-road adventures. Chase Jordan updated November 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Nov. 2025 Created in 1937, the Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers opportunities for visitors to beach, fish, camp and ride off-road vehicles. David Chiu, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for off-road

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First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of off-road was in 1954

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“Off-road.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/off-road. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.

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off-road

adjective
ˈȯf-ˈrōd
: of, relating to, done with, or being a vehicle designed especially to operate away from public roads
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