motorcar

noun

mo·​tor·​car ˈmō-tər-ˌkär How to pronounce motorcar (audio)
Synonyms of motorcarnext
1
: automobile
2
usually motor car : a railroad car containing motors for propulsion

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a convention for those who love antique motorcars
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When motorcars were new, gasoline worked more like a service than a product, let alone a commodity. — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 11 Apr. 2026 The sweeping carriage driveway wasn’t just for show – it was designed with early motorcars in mind, back when the automobile was still a marvel. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025 Over 75 motorcars showed up—each one a nod to the past or a wink from the future—drawing a line from the original Silver Ghosts to the gleaming beasts of today. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025 He's being chauffeured through the scenic Montana mountains in his fancy motorcar while discussing business with Banner (Jerome Flynn). — Matt Cabral, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for motorcar

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of motorcar was in 1878

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“Motorcar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/motorcar. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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