General
bonnet
What does bonnet mean?
The hinged cover over a car's engine; called the hood in America.
"Pop the bonnet, I'll check the oil."
Origin
British English retained in Australia.
Frequently asked questions
What does bonnet mean in Australia?
The bonnet is the hinged cover over a car's engine, known as the hood in American English.
Why do Australians say bonnet instead of hood?
It's British English terminology that has been retained in Australia, unlike in the US.
What's under the bonnet?
The engine, and things like the oil dipstick, battery and radiator that you might check or top up.
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