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4WD abbreviation of "four-wheel drive," a car that drives by means of all four wheels rather than the rear wheels only, or the drive system of such, in which both front and rear wheel axles are turned by the drive shaft.
A/C abbreviation of "air conditioning," a system that circulates cooled and dehumidified air in a building, car, or other space.
accelerator a mechanical device that controls the speed of something, especially the gas pedal of a car.
air conditioner a machine that cools the air in a room or car. An air conditioner also takes the dust and dampness out of the air.
air conditioning a system that circulates cooled and dehumidified air in a building, car, or other space.
aluminum a strong, light metal with a silver color. It is used to make things such as cooking pots, car parts, and foil.
auto short form of "automobile," a vehicle powered by a motor that uses gasoline or other fuel; car.
auto body the main part of a car; the part of a car that you sit inside.
automobile another word for car.
backfire to give off a loud explosive noise that means the engine of a car or other vehicle is not working properly. [2/3 definitions]
back seat the seat or seating area behind other seats, especially in a car or other vehicle.
ballast heavy material placed in the car of a balloon to make it more stable. [1/2 definitions]
beep a short, high sound that serves as a signal. A beep is made by an electronic device or a car horn. [1/3 definitions]
blinker a flashing light, especially one used on a car to signal that the car will turn and to show which way it will turn.
body shop an automobile garage or shop that specializes in the repair and maintenance of car bodies.
bodywork the entire external part of a car or motor vehicle. [1/3 definitions]
boxcar a railroad car that is enclosed on all sides. It is used for carrying freight.
brights the lights on the front of your car when you use your high beams.
buckle up (informal) to fasten one's safety belt, as in a car or airplane.
cab1 a car that carries people who need a ride and pay a fare for this; taxicab. [1/3 definitions]
cable car an enclosed vehicle either on rails or hanging from a cable that is pulled back and forth by a moving cable. A cable car carries people up and down a steep slope or across a chasm.