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roadworthy

/ˈroʊdˌwɜːr.ði/
road · wor · thy
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• adjective

1

In a suitable operating condition to be driven safely and legally on public roads (of a motor vehicle or bicycle).

Example

"The mechanic inspected the brakes and tires to ensure the vintage car was fully roadworthy before the long trip."

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• Rhymes for roadworthy

• Nearby Words

roadwork
roadworks
roadworthiness
roadworthy
roam
roamer
roaming

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century as a compound of 'road' and 'worthy', modeled after the much older nautical term 'seaworthy'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Roadworthy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/roadworthy
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