recreational vehicle

noun

1. a van or utility vehicle used for recreational purposes, as camping, and often equipped with living facilities. : RV

recreational vehicle

noun

1. a large vanlike vehicle equipped to be lived in RV

Word History and Origins

Origin of recreational vehicle¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

During the pandemic, there was an explosion of people living in tattered recreational vehicles parked in neighborhoods and industrial stretches.

From Los Angeles Times

She and her husband were traveling across the United States in a recreational vehicle while she worked as a wedding photographer.

From New York Times

The recreational vehicle maker trimmed its earnings and revenue forecasts for the year.

From Seattle Times

At the moment, people are free to drive recreational vehicles wherever they want in the Owyhees.

From Seattle Times

A recreational vehicle used by Thomas also became a source of controversy.

From Seattle Times