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adjective road·wor·thy \ ˈrōd-ˌwər-t͟hē \

Definition of roadworthy

: fit for use on the road
  • a roadworthy vehicle
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roadworthiness

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First Known Use of roadworthy

1818

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roadworthy

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Definition of roadworthy for English Language Learners

  • : safe and suitable for using on a road

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