Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
burnt-out-car
noun
/bɜrnˌaʊt kɑr/
Definition
A vehicle that has been severely damaged by fire, making it inoperable or unsafe to drive.
Examples
- The burnt-out car was left on the side of the road for weeks.
- After the explosion, all that remained was a burnt-out car in the lot.
- They salvaged parts from the burnt-out car to use in their new project.
Meaning
Burnt-out cars refer to automobiles that have experienced extensive fire damage, resulting in significant destruction of their structures and systems, rendering them unusable.
Synonyms
- charred vehicle
- fire-damaged car
- wreck
