automobiles
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/ˈɔːtəmoʊˌbiːlz/
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/ˈɔːtəməbiːlz/
(automobile)
self-moving vehicle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'automobile' originates from French, specifically the word 'automobile', where 'auto-' meant 'self' and 'mobile' meant 'movable'.
Historical Evolution
'automobile' changed from the French word 'automobile' and eventually became the modern English word 'automobile'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'self-moving vehicle', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a self-propelled vehicle, typically with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine or electric motor, used for transporting passengers.
The city is filled with automobiles during rush hour.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 13:50