armored car

noun

1. an armorplated truck with strong locks and doors, and usually portholes for guards to shoot through, for transporting money and valuables, as to and from banks.
2. a military combat and reconnaissance vehicle with wheels, light armor, and usually machine guns.

Word History and Origins

Origin of armored car¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Authorities believe Hobson and Davis were part of a group behind a series of heists targeting armored cars across the Los Angeles region.

From Los Angeles Times

The president had opted against traveling to the Capitol in his armored car, and Larry Buendorf, a 37-year-old Secret Service agent, was part of the security detail accompanying him on foot.

From Los Angeles Times

Wilders now travels in an armored car, surrounded by security personnel.

From Seattle Times

The World Central Kitchen team traveled in two armored cars and a third unarmored vehicle.

From Seattle Times

The Canada-based company, which also operates fleets of armored cars, did not immediately respond Friday to a request for comment from The Associated Press.

From Seattle Times