Limousine: meaning, definitions and examples
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limousine
[ หlษชmษziหn ]
luxury transportation
A limousine is a large luxury vehicle, typically driven by a chauffeur, that is used to transport passengers in style and comfort. Limousines are often equipped with amenities such as leather seating, mini-bars, and entertainment systems.
Synonyms
limo, luxury car, stretch limousine.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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limousine |
Formal contexts such as weddings, business events, or high-class gatherings can use 'limousine'. It refers to a large, luxurious car driven by a chauffeur.
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limo |
'Limo' is an informal and shortened version of 'limousine'. It can be used in casual conversations or everyday talk about luxury cars.
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luxury car |
This term is general and can be used to describe any high-end, expensive car. It might be used in contexts such as car reviews, advertisements, or general discussions about cars.
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stretch limousine |
Specifically used for referring to a very long limousine that has been extended to accommodate more passengers. Often used in contexts such as parties, proms, or large events where group travel is needed.
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Examples of usage
- The bride and groom arrived at the wedding in a sleek white limousine.
- Celebrities often travel to events in a limousine for added privacy and luxury.
Translations
Translations of the word "limousine" in other languages:
๐ต๐น limusine
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเคฟเคฎเฅเคเคฟเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Limousine
๐ฎ๐ฉ limusin
๐บ๐ฆ ะปัะผัะทะธะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ limuzyna
๐ฏ๐ต ใชใ ใธใณ
๐ซ๐ท limousine
๐ช๐ธ limusina
๐น๐ท limuzin
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฆฌ๋ฌด์ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู ูุฒูู
๐จ๐ฟ limuzรญna
๐ธ๐ฐ limuzรญna
๐จ๐ณ ่ฑชๅ่ฝฟ่ฝฆ
๐ธ๐ฎ limuzina
๐ฎ๐ธ limmรณsรญna
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะธะผัะทะธะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฃแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ limuzin
๐ฒ๐ฝ limusina
Etymology
The word 'limousine' originated from the French region of Limousin, where the shepherds wore a cloak with a hood that resembled the covered compartment of a carriage. In the early 20th century, 'limousine' was used to describe a type of automobile with a covered passenger compartment. Over time, the term became synonymous with luxury and style in transportation.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #21,373, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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