HGV

Definition

Initialism of heavy goods vehicle (“a lorry/truck weighing more than 3.5 tons”).

Etymology

Abbreviations.

Example Sentences

• "The unnamed driver appeared before the South East Traffic Commissioner in late November, to receive a six-month HGV driving ban. It followed an earlier court appearance when he was fined a means-tested £715 and given six points on his driving licence for driving without due care and attention."
• "I'm a writer first, but I do have my HGV licence, and I use it every now and then."

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