Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petrol-car
Noun
/ˈpɛtrəl kɑːr/
Definition
A petrol car is a vehicle that is powered by an internal combustion engine fueled by petrol (gasoline).
Examples
- The new petrol-car model has excellent fuel efficiency.
- Many drivers prefer petrol-cars for their quicker acceleration.
- Despite the rise of electric vehicles, petrol-cars remain popular in many regions.
Meaning
The term ‘petrol car’ refers to any automobile that uses petrol as its primary source of energy for propulsion.
Synonyms
- Gasoline car
- Internal combustion vehicle
- Fuel-powered car
