hauler

noun

haul·​er ˈhȯ-lər How to pronounce hauler (audio)
Synonyms of haulernext
: one that hauls: such as
a
: a commercial establishment or worker whose business is hauling
b
: an automotive vehicle for hauling goods or material

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From family haulers to performance off-roaders, each serves very different crowds. Cyril Soliman, The Drive, 5 Feb. 2026 Cup Series haulers line the streets surrounding shops, restaurants and hotels for a fan-friendly festival with free admission. Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026 Many blame homeless persons for the problem, while others point to professional haulers who use the streets as a place to dump refuse to avoid disposal fees. John Ramos, CBS News, 13 Jan. 2026 The remaining cities contract with private haulers, such as Waste Management, each with its own recycling rules. Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hauler

Word History

First Known Use

1674, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hauler was in 1674

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“Hauler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hauler. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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