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Definition of drive-up
: designed to allow patrons or customers to be served while remaining in their automobiles
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“Drive-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drive-up. Accessed 14 Apr. 2021.
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drive-up
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English Language Learners Definition of drive-up
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: designed to allow people to remain in their cars while being served
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drive-up
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Kids Definition of drive-up
: set up to allow customers to be served while they stay in their vehicles
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The first known use of drive-up was in 1952
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