A general term for contractors or home repairmen who usually travel around in an unmarked white van.
White van man
Example Sentences
"The white van man arrived."
"Typical white van man."
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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