petrol-driven
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/ˈpɛtrəl ˈdrɪvən/
powered by petrol
Etymology
Etymology Information
'petrol-driven' originates from the combination of 'petrol,' derived from the French word 'pétrole,' meaning 'rock oil,' and 'driven,' from Old English 'drifan,' meaning 'to drive or propel.'
Historical Evolution
'petrol' was adopted into English in the late 19th century, while 'driven' has been part of the English language since Old English times.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'petrol' referred to a type of oil, and 'driven' meant to propel. Together, they evolved to describe vehicles powered by petrol.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
powered or operated by petrol (gasoline).
The petrol-driven car was more powerful than its electric counterpart.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42