trade plate

noun

A number plate issued to car dealers etc. to allow the use of an untaxed vehicle on the public highway, with certain restrictions.

Meanings

nountrade plate (plural trade plates)

plural trade plates

  1. UKA number plate issued to car dealers etc. to allow the use of an untaxed vehicle on the public highway, with certain restrictions.
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Chicago

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