RV

1 of 2

noun

ˌär-ˈvē 

: recreational vehicle

RV

2 of 2

abbreviation

Revised Version

Synonyms of RV

Noun

• trailer
• caravan

Examples of RV in a Sentence

Noun

the RV parked in the driveway is a sure sign that their relatives from Florida have arrived

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Bimobil's current lineup features dozens of campers in many sizes paired with myriad truck and van chassis, ensuring that every buyer can precisely meet their needs with just the right RV amenities aboard the base perfect vehicle. — New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026

Get out of that creepy RV, the one with the conspicuous sounds of a crying child. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026

Oakland is implementing a new encampment policy that allows inhabited vehicles to be cited and towed more quickly, drawing the ire of RV dwellers who say the city is reneging on its promises. — CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026

At the scene, officers found an RV trailer on fire, which police said the suspect had set ablaze. — Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 13 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1967, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

RV

noun

ˌär-ˈvē

: recreational vehicle