noun
tractor
TRAK-ter/ˈtræktər/
A powered vehicle designed to pull a load.
The tractor pulls a plow across the field each spring.
Etymology
A tractor is literally something that pulls. The general name for a pulling device became a name for an engine or vehicle used to draw wagons, plows, or other heavy loads.
In context
the replacement of the Horse by the tractor for drawing plows and
More examples
- Two tractors haul loaded wagons back to the barn.
- The driver connects the tractor to a freight trailer.
- This tractor has enough power to pull the heavy equipment.
Forms
tractor · tractors
Similar words
- truck
- Usually carries loads itself rather than pulling equipment or trailers.
- tow truck
- Specifically pulls or carries disabled vehicles rather than general loads.