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truck·​er | \ ˈtrə-kər How to pronounce trucker (audio) \

Definition of trucker

 (Entry 1 of 2)
1 : a person whose business is transporting goods by truck
2 : a truck driver

trucker

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Definition of trucker (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : one that barters
2 Scotland : peddler

First Known Use of trucker

Noun (1)

1878, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1536, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for trucker

Noun (1)

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“Trucker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trucker. Accessed 8 Mar. 2021.

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