sports car

noun

Synonyms of sports carnext
: a low small usually 2-passenger automobile designed for quick response, easy maneuverability, and high-speed driving

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They were subsequently seen climbing into a red sports car, Kelly holding its upward-opening door for Johnson. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026 Oilstainlab What makes the Thunderbolt's electric system different from other electric sports cars? — New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026 Poseidon also nods to luxe sports cars in its design, thanks to details like side air intakes and its streamlined aluminum superstructure. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026 McLarens are high-end, performance sports cars known for their sleek designs and high speeds. — Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sports car

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First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sports car was in 1919

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“Sports car.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sports%20car. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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sports car

noun
: a low small usually two-passenger automobile designed for high-speed driving

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