limousine
0 antonyms and opposites of limousine, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A large, luxurious car, often with a stretched body and a driver, used for chauffeuring passengers in comfort.
How to use limousine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French limousine, originally referring to the Limousin region of France; the coachman's hooded cloak from that region resembled the driver's covered compartment on early cars of this type.
Full origin of limousine →Frequently asked questions
What does “limousine” mean?
The word “limousine” means a large, luxurious car, often with a stretched body and a driver, used for chauffeuring passengers in comfort. In plain terms, a long, fancy car (or airport shuttle) typically driven by a chauffeur.
How do you pronounce “limousine”?
“Limousine” is pronounced lihm-uh-ZEEN (/ˌlɪm.əˈziːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “limousine” in a sentence?
Here is “limousine” used in a sentence: “A white limousine pulled up outside the hotel to collect the bride.”
What part of speech is “limousine”?
“Limousine” is a noun.
Where does the word “limousine” come from?
The word “limousine” comes from French. From French limousine, originally referring to the Limousin region of France; the coachman's hooded cloak from that region resembled the driver's covered compartment on early cars of this type.
Is “limousine” a common word?
“Limousine” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “limousine” have?
“Limousine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large, luxurious car, often with a stretched body and a driver, used for chauffeuring passengers in comfort.