Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
petrolhead
Noun
/ˈpɛtrəlhɛd/
Definition
A person who is enthusiastic about cars and enjoys motorsports, often collecting and working on vehicles.
Examples
- As a petrolhead, he spends most of his weekends at car shows and racing events.
- Being a petrolhead means knowing the ins and outs of your favorite vehicles.
- Her passion for classic cars made her a true petrolhead in every sense of the word.
Meaning
The term ‘petrolhead’ refers to individuals who have a strong passion for cars, appreciating their performance, design, and engineering.
Synonyms
- Car enthusiast
- Motorhead
- Gearhead
