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Volvo
VOL-voh
Volvo (name) means a Swedish car manufacturer known for an emphasis on safety. Example: “Volvo introduced the three-point seatbelt in 1959.”
name
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A Swedish car manufacturer known for an emphasis on safety.
"Volvo introduced the three-point seatbelt in 1959."
noun
1
A car made by this company.
"They traded in the old Volvo for an electric car."
How to use Volvo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Swedish car brand, or a car made by it.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Volvos
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Etymology
From Latin volvo, "I roll," originally referencing ball bearings, the company's first product.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Volvo” mean?
The word “Volvo” means a Swedish car manufacturer known for an emphasis on safety. In plain terms, a Swedish car brand, or a car made by it.
How do you pronounce “Volvo”?
“Volvo” is pronounced VOL-voh (/ˈvɑlvoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Volvo” in a sentence?
Here is “Volvo” used in a sentence: “Volvo introduced the three-point seatbelt in 1959.”
What part of speech is “Volvo”?
Depending on how it is used, “Volvo” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Volvo” come from?
The word “Volvo” comes from Latin. From Latin volvo, "I roll," originally referencing ball bearings, the company's first product.
Is “Volvo” a common word?
“Volvo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Volvo” have?
“Volvo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a Swedish car manufacturer known for an emphasis on safety.
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