Automobile

/ˈɔːtəməˌbiːl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A road vehicle, typically with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine or an electric motor, used for transporting passengers.

She bought a new automobile to commute to work every day.

A car.

The latest model of the automobile offers advanced safety features.

A self-propelled vehicle.

In the early 20th century, the invention of the automobile revolutionized transportation.

From French 'automobile', from 'auto-' (self) + 'mobile' (movable).

open the hood

To pop the front cover of an automobile to access the engine.

backseat driver

A passenger who gives unsolicited advice to the driver.

hit the road

To begin a journey, usually by automobile.

sedan

A type of automobile with a separate trunk.

convertible

A car with a roof that can be retracted or removed.

SUV

A sport utility vehicle, larger than standard cars.

Whip

He just bought a new whip.

Ride

Let me take you for a ride in my ride.

Set of wheels

I need to get my set of wheels fixed.