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Lexus

Lexus (noun) means a brand of luxury car made by Toyota, often used loosely to mean any high-end automobile. Example: “He pulled up in a brand-new Lexus.”

noun

A brand of luxury car made by Toyota, often used loosely to mean any high-end automobile.

"He pulled up in a brand-new Lexus."

"She treated herself to a Lexus after her promotion."

How to use Lexus

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA well-known luxury car brand.

Word forms

Lexuses plural

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Etymology

An invented brand name created around 1987 by a marketing team, chosen for how smoothly it sounds rather than for any specific meaning.

· First attested 1987

Class of 1987 Lexus joined the language around 1987.

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Rhymes for Lexus

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lexus” mean?

The word “Lexus” means a brand of luxury car made by Toyota, often used loosely to mean any high-end automobile. In plain terms, a well-known luxury car brand.

How do you use “Lexus” in a sentence?

Here is “Lexus” used in a sentence: “He pulled up in a brand-new Lexus.”

What part of speech is “Lexus”?

“Lexus” is a noun.

Where does the word “Lexus” come from?

The word “Lexus” dates back to around 1987. An invented brand name created around 1987 by a marketing team, chosen for how smoothly it sounds rather than for any specific meaning.

Is “Lexus” a common word?

“Lexus” is an uncommon word in modern English.