motorcar
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for motorcar, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An automobile; a car (somewhat old-fashioned or formal term).
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use motorcar
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
own a motorcar
Sounds dated or formal today — most speakers simply say "car."
Etymology
From motor + car.
Full origin of motorcar →Frequently asked questions
What does “motorcar” mean?
The word “motorcar” means an automobile; a car (somewhat old-fashioned or formal term). In plain terms, an older or more formal word for a car.
How do you use “motorcar” in a sentence?
Here is “motorcar” used in a sentence: “In 1910, owning a motorcar was still a luxury few could afford.”
What part of speech is “motorcar”?
“Motorcar” is a noun.