flatbed
2 synonyms for flatbed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having a flat, open load-carrying surface with no raised sides.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Having a flat, open load-carrying surface with no raised sides.
“They loaded the timber onto a flatbed truck.”
How to use flatbed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
flatbed truck
flatbed trailer
flatbed scanner
Etymology
A compound of "flat" and "bed" (the load-bearing surface of a vehicle).
Full origin of flatbed →Frequently asked questions
What does “flatbed” mean?
The word “flatbed” means having a flat, open load-carrying surface with no raised sides. In plain terms, a vehicle whose back is a flat, open platform rather than an enclosed box.
How do you pronounce “flatbed”?
“Flatbed” is pronounced FLAT-behd (/ˈflætˌbɛd/ in IPA).
How do you use “flatbed” in a sentence?
Here is “flatbed” used in a sentence: “They loaded the timber onto a flatbed truck.”
What part of speech is “flatbed”?
Depending on how it is used, “flatbed” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “flatbed” have?
“Flatbed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a flat, open load-carrying surface with no raised sides.
