bulldozer
2 synonyms for bulldozer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A heavy tracked vehicle fitted with a large blade at the front, used for clearing or levelling ground.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use bulldozer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
drive a bulldozer
bulldozer blade
Etymology
Originally coined in 1870s Louisiana for someone who intimidated others by force; the earthmoving machine was later named after that sense, figuratively.
Full origin of bulldozer →Frequently asked questions
What does “bulldozer” mean?
The word “bulldozer” means a heavy tracked vehicle fitted with a large blade at the front, used for clearing or levelling ground. In plain terms, the heavy machine used to clear land, or an overbearing person who steamrolls others.
How do you pronounce “bulldozer”?
“Bulldozer” is pronounced BUUL-doh-zuh (/ˈbʊlˌdoʊzɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “bulldozer” in a sentence?
Here is “bulldozer” used in a sentence: “A bulldozer cleared the site before construction began.”
What is another word for “bulldozer”?
Words with a similar meaning to “bulldozer” include blade.
What part of speech is “bulldozer”?
“Bulldozer” is a noun.
Where does the word “bulldozer” come from?
The word “bulldozer” dates back to around 1870. Originally coined in 1870s Louisiana for someone who intimidated others by force; the earthmoving machine was later named after that sense, figuratively.
How many meanings does “bulldozer” have?
“Bulldozer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a heavy tracked vehicle fitted with a large blade at the front, used for clearing or levelling ground.
