bulldozer

/ˈbʊlˌdoʊzər/

heavy construction vehicle for pushing earth

The construction crew used a bulldozer to clear the land.

A bulldozer is a powerful machine used to move large amounts of dirt or debris.

Engineering

technical

A large, powerful vehicle with a wide, flat front blade used to push earth, rubble, or other materials in construction and demolition.

The bulldozer leveled the ground for the new building foundation.

A bulldozer is used to flatten uneven terrain.

Originally a trademarked name by Caterpillar Inc., now used generically.

Collocations

operate a bulldozerto drive or control a bulldozerbulldoze an areato clear or demolish an area using a bulldozer

to forcefully push through something

While 'bulldozer' is now generic, 'Caterpillar' remains a brand name.

Bulldozers are heavy machinery; always follow safety protocols when operating or working near them.

From 'bulldog' (referring to its strength) + 'dozer' (short for 'dozer,' from 'dozer blade'). Originally a trademark of Caterpillar Inc.

The term is often used generically, though 'Caterpillar' remains a brand name. In informal contexts, 'dozer' is a common short form.

bull

strong, powerful

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dozer

one who pushes or moves

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