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Hand truck
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a manual device with a small platform and two handles, designed to transport and move heavy or bulky items by leveraging the user's strength and maneuverability
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
hand trucks
What is a "hand truck"?
A hand truck is a small, portable cart with two wheels and a vertical handle used for moving heavy or bulky items. It typically has a flat platform or a set of arms that can tilt to carry loads, and it allows a person to lift and move items with less effort. Hand trucks are commonly used in warehouses, delivery services, or by movers to transport boxes, appliances, or other heavy objects. The two-wheel design makes it easy to maneuver, and it helps distribute the weight of the load, making lifting and moving more efficient.
Examples
He used a hand truck to move the heavy boxes into the house.
