Phrase guide

nutting truck

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • US: /ˈnʌtɪŋ ˌtɹʌk/
  • US: [ˈnʌɾɪŋ ˌtɹʌk]

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noun

Meaning 1

A flat cart with four wheels, one in the center or corner of each side, upon which trays of mail may be stacked for transport.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Qualifier: United States Postal Service terminology

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

So named because they were originally manufactured by the Nutting Truck Company, founded by Elijah Nutting.