A general term for contractors or home repairmen who usually travel around in an unmarked white van.
White van man
Example Sentences
"That's a proper White van man, that is."
"I've never seen such a White van man in all my life."
Etymology & History
British working-class tradesman stereotype. British social characterization from 1990s. Transit van British symbol. Aggressive driver British tabloid stereotype. Working-class British entrepreneurial. Reflects British vehicle class association.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
1990s
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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