4x4

English

Alternative forms

  • 4X4

Etymology 1

From its dimensions (4 inches by 4 inches); the 'x' is a corruption of the multiplication symbol ×

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌfɔː(ɹ)baɪˈfɔː(ɹ)/

Noun

4x4 (plural 4x4s)

  1. A piece of timber with a cross section of 4 inches square.

Etymology 2

From four-wheel drive and four-speed

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌfɔː(ɹ).baɪˈfɔː(ɹ)/

Noun

4x4 (plural 4x4s)

  1. (automotive) A four-wheel-drive vehicle with a four-speed transmission.
  2. (automotive) A four-wheel vehicle with four-wheel drive.
  3. (automotive, by extension) Any vehicle with four-wheel drive.
Synonyms
Derived terms
  • 4x4x4 - (4x4 with 4-wheel steering)
  • 4x2 4-wheel vehicle with 2-wheel-drive(2WD)

See also

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