dodgem
Translation
bumper car
Examples
Let's go on the dodgems at the funfair.
Let's go on the bumper cars at the amusement park.
Grammar Patterns
to go on ((the bumper cars)) to ride the bumper cars at a fair We went on the bumper cars three times.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bumper car (common US term)
Etymology
A blend of 'dodge' and 'them', as in the phrase 'dodge them'. This term is primarily British.
Memory Tips
Think 'dodge 'em' - the goal is to dodge the other cars, or bump into them! Remember this is a UK term.