almendron
|al-men-dron|
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/ælˈmɛn.drən/
classic Cuban taxi
Etymology
Etymology Information
'almendron' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'almendrón', where 'almendra' meant 'almond', referring to the shape of the car.
Historical Evolution
'almendrón' was adopted into Cuban Spanish to describe the large, rounded shape of these vintage cars, reminiscent of an almond.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the shape of the car, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a classic American car used as a taxi in Cuba.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a classic American car, particularly from the 1950s, often used as a taxi in Cuba.
The streets of Havana are filled with colorful almendrones.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/30 22:36