Jalopy
noun
A dilapidated or old car that is in poor working condition.
He drove around town in his old jalopy, which often broke down.
Usage tips
Informal
old jalopy,drive a jalopy,classic jalopy
noun
A dilapidated or old car that is in poor working condition.
He drove around town in his old jalopy, which often broke down.
Usage tips
Informal
old jalopy,drive a jalopy,classic jalopy
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Nostalgic Feeling
The word often brings a sense of nostalgia for simpler times
Many people associate jalopies with road trips in the past.
Pro Tip 2/3Affectionate Usage
Despite its negative connotation, it can be used affectionately
Some people proudly refer to their old cars as their favorite jalopy.
Pro Tip 3/3Adventurous Spirit
Driving a jalopy can symbolize an adventurous spirit
People often take jalopies on spontaneous journeys.
Pro Tip 1/3Nostalgic Feeling
The word often brings a sense of nostalgia for simpler times
Many people associate jalopies with road trips in the past.
Pro Tip 2/3Affectionate Usage
Despite its negative connotation, it can be used affectionately
Some people proudly refer to their old cars as their favorite jalopy.
Pro Tip 3/3Adventurous Spirit
Driving a jalopy can symbolize an adventurous spirit
People often take jalopies on spontaneous journeys.
Pro Tip 1/3Nostalgic Feeling
The word often brings a sense of nostalgia for simpler times
Many people associate jalopies with road trips in the past.
Pro Tip 2/3Affectionate Usage
Despite its negative connotation, it can be used affectionately
Some people proudly refer to their old cars as their favorite jalopy.
Pro Tip 3/3Adventurous Spirit
Driving a jalopy can symbolize an adventurous spirit
People often take jalopies on spontaneous journeys.
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