dollar van
n.— «We ask directions from a man with a long beard who’s selling oils and incense. He tells us the dollar vans would be the fastest way. The van we get is packed with four rows of people and their bags of presents.» —by Jaira Placide Fresh Girl Jan. 8, 2002. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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