automobile
Translation
car, automobile
Examples
The first automobile was invented in the 19th century.
The first automobile was invented in the 19th century.
He owns a classic automobile.
He owns a classic automobile.
Grammar Patterns
(an automobile) a car He owns a classic automobile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: car, vehicle, auto
Etymology
From Greek 'auto-' (self) and Latin 'mobilis' (movable). It literally means 'self-moving'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as a machine that is 'auto'matically 'mobile'.