motorcar
Definition
Noun: A motor vehicle designed primarily for passenger transportation on roads, typically having four wheels and propelled by an internal combustion engine.
Usage
The word "motorcar" is a formal or somewhat dated term for what is now most commonly called a "car" or "automobile." It specifically refers to a self-propelled passenger vehicle.
Examples
- Noun:
- The early 20th century saw the rapid adoption of the motorcar.
- He restored a vintage motorcar from the 1920s.
Advanced Usage
- "motorcar" in legal/formal contexts: The term may appear in official documents, legal texts, or historical discussions.
- The statute defined the tax applicable to every motorcar registered in the state.
Variants and Related Words
- Automobile (n): A synonym for motorcar; a passenger vehicle designed for operation on ordinary roads.
- Car (n): The most common, modern synonym for motorcar.
- Vehicle (n): A more general term for any means of transport, including motorcars.
- Motor vehicle (n): A broader category that includes motorcars, trucks, buses, etc.
Synonyms
- Automobile
- Car
- Auto (informal)
Related Phrases
- Motorcar industry: The sector of manufacturing and selling cars.
- He worked in the motorcar industry for decades.
- Motorcar accident: A collision or crash involving a car.
- Emergency services responded to the motorcar accident.
Noun
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a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
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he needs a car to get to work
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