English · Travel & Places
road trip
/ˈroʊd trɪp/
[/ˈroʊd trɪp/]
long car journey
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A long journey made by car, often for pleasure and with several stops along the way.
Example
They planned a summer road trip along the coast, stopping at small towns and beaches.
They planned a summer road trip along the coast, stopping at small towns and beaches.
Etymology
A 20th-century American compound of 'road' and 'trip'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in casual travel and leisure contexts.
Cultural Note
The road trip is an iconic part of American culture, celebrated in many films and novels.