food truck

noun

: a large wheeled vehicle from which food is sold that typically contains cooking facilities where the food is prepared
Nearby, lunchtime crowds formed outside about half a dozen food trucks, serving Indian, Cuban, Mexican and French cuisine.Hugo Martin
Food trucks aren't new to the city's landscape. For decades they've offered cheap eats along roadsides and at construction sites across southern California.David Brindley

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The event is for anyone 21 and older and includes food trucks, adult beverages, a costume contest and live entertainment. Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025 The free centennial celebration on Friday evening includes live performances by The Smoking Jackets and the Gerry Williams Band, food trucks, local vendors, tours of the historic Withers-Maguire House and rides, including a Ferris wheel. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2025 Highlights: June 19: The Juneteenth Block Party is a daylong celebration featuring live music, vendors, dance performances, food trucks and family-friendly activities at the African American Museum. Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 6 May 2025 In a city rife with food trucks and mobile kitchens with expansive menus, Vanderlinden is a rarity: the old-school hot dog vendor. David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 5 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for food truck

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of food truck was in 1884

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“Food truck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/food%20truck. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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