automobile
Translation
automobile, car
Examples
The first automobile was a remarkable invention.
The first automobile was a remarkable invention.
He owns a collection of vintage automobiles.
He owns a collection of vintage automobiles.
Grammar Patterns
((an automobile)) an automobile The first automobile was a remarkable invention.
Similar Words
Synonyms: car, vehicle, motor car
Etymology
From Greek 'auto-' (self) and Latin 'mobilis' (movable). A self-moving vehicle.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'auto' (self) + 'mobile' (moving). It's a self-moving machine.