Pullman
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Noun — A luxurious railroad passenger car, especially one with sleeping compartments, named after its manufacturer.
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Etymology
Named after the Pullman Palace Car Company, founded by American industrialist George Pullman (1831–1897).
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What does “Pullman” mean?
The word “Pullman” means a luxurious railroad passenger car, especially one with sleeping compartments, named after its manufacturer. In plain terms, the classic, comfortable style of railroad sleeping or passenger car.
How do you pronounce “Pullman”?
“Pullman” is pronounced PUUL-muhn (/ˈpʊlmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Pullman” in a sentence?
Here is “Pullman” used in a sentence: “They traveled across the country in a private Pullman car.”
What part of speech is “Pullman”?
“Pullman” is a noun.
Where does the word “Pullman” come from?
The word “Pullman” dates back to around 1831. Named after the Pullman Palace Car Company, founded by American industrialist George Pullman (1831–1897).