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garage

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Noun — A building, or part of one, used to store a car or other vehicle.

How to use garage

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Etymology

From French garage, "shelter, keeping under cover," from garer, "to keep safe, dock" — ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "to defend or protect."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “garage” mean?

The word “garage” means a building, or part of one, used to store a car or other vehicle.

How do you pronounce “garage”?

“Garage” is pronounced GA-rihj (/ɡəˈɹɑʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “garage” in a sentence?

Here is “garage” used in a sentence: “He parked his motorbike in the garage overnight.”

What part of speech is “garage”?

Depending on how it is used, “garage” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “garage” come from?

The word “garage” comes from French. From French garage, "shelter, keeping under cover," from garer, "to keep safe, dock" — ultimately from a Germanic root meaning "to defend or protect.".

Is “garage” a common word?

“Garage” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.

How many meanings does “garage” have?

“Garage” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a building, or part of one, used to store a car or other vehicle.

What is the difference between a "garage" and a "carport"?

A garage is a fully enclosed building, or part of one, used to store a car or other vehicle. A carport is only a roofed shelter, open on one or more sides, so it lacks the walls and door of a garage. A garage offers more protection and security.

Is a "garage" the same as a workshop?

Not exactly. A garage primarily stores vehicles, though a garage business also repairs and services them. A workshop is a space equipped for making or fixing things in general, which may or may not involve vehicles.

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