automobile insurance

Thân thiện

A family reviews their automobile insurance policy at the kitchen table.

Definition

Noun: A type of insurance policy that provides financial protection against losses resulting from vehicle-related incidents, primarily covering theft of the insured vehicle and damages or liabilities arising from traffic accidents.

Usage

This term is used as a non-count noun to refer to the general concept or a specific policy of vehicle insurance. It is a compound noun where "automobile" specifies the type of insurance. * Drivers are legally required to have automobile insurance in most states. * The cost of her automobile insurance increased after the accident. * Comparing quotes is essential when shopping for automobile insurance.

Examples

• His automobile insurance covered the full cost of repairs after the collision.
• Without valid automobile insurance, you risk significant financial penalties.
• The policyholder filed a claim with their automobile insurance company.

Advanced Usage

• "to carry automobile insurance": To have an active insurance policy for one's vehicle.
  • All drivers on the road must carry a minimum amount of automobile insurance.
• "automobile insurance premium": The regular payment made to keep the insurance policy active.
  • A good driving record can help lower your automobile insurance premium.

Variants and Related Words

• Car insurance (n): A common synonym, often used interchangeably in everyday language.
• Auto insurance (n): A shortened, informal variant of "automobile insurance."
• Vehicle insurance (n): A broader term that can encompass insurance for trucks, motorcycles, etc.
• Liability insurance (n): A core component of most automobile insurance policies, covering damage or injury the policyholder causes to others.
• Comprehensive insurance (n): A type of automobile insurance coverage for non-collision incidents like theft, fire, or vandalism.
• Collision insurance (n): A type of automobile insurance coverage for damage to the policyholder's own vehicle from an accident.

Synonyms

• Motor insurance (chiefly British English)
• Car coverage (informal)

Related Phrases

• Insurance policy: The contract detailing the terms of the automobile insurance.
• Insurance claim: A request made to the insurance company for payment following a covered loss.
• Deductible: The amount the policyholder must pay out-of-pocket before the automobile insurance coverage applies.

Học thuật

Noun

1. insurance against loss due to theft or traffic accidents

Từ đồng nghĩa

• car insurance