Meaning of van in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /væn/

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  1. Noun

    van

    Etymology

    early 19th century: shortening of caravan

    Definitions

    1. any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
  2. 2. the leading units moving at the head of an army
  3. 3. a camper equipped with living quarters
  4. 4. a truck with an enclosed cargo space

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