Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Pontiac

Noun

/ˈpɒntɪæk/

Definition

A type of car brand named after a Native American chief.

Examples

The Pontiac Firebird was a popular muscle car during the 1970s.
The Pontiac brand was known for its sporty cars.
After many successful years, Pontiac was discontinued in 2010.

Meaning

Pontiac refers to a brand of automobiles that was produced by General Motors from 1926 until 2010. It was named after the 18th-century Ottawa chief, Pontiac, known for leading a rebellion against British military rule in the Great Lakes region after the French and Indian War.