Car

usgb/kɑːr/
noun

A road vehicle, designed to carry a small number of passengers mainly on paved roads.

He bought a new car to travel to work
Visual representation of "car" - A road vehicle, designed to carry a small number of passengers mainly on paved roads

Often appears as...

  • drive a car
  • buy a car
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Visual representation of "car"
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Vehicle Types

The word 'car' often refers to personal vehicles, distinguishing them from trucks, buses, or motorcycles.

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Unlike a truck, a car is commonly used for family trips.
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Ownership Status

The phrases 'buy a car' or 'sell a car' both imply a transfer of ownership.

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After saving for a year, she was finally able to buy a car.
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Driving Activity

'Driving a car' is a common phrase indicating the operation of a car.

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He enjoys driving a car on the open road.
Visual representation of the word "Car"

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