Meaning of limousine in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɪməˌzin/

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  1. Noun

    limousine

    Etymology

    early 20th century: from French, feminine adjective meaning ‘of Limousin’, originally denoting a caped cloak worn in Limousin (see Limousin): originally the driver's seat of the car was outside in a separate compartment, covered with a canopy

    Definitions

    1. large luxurious car

    Examples

    • « usually driven by a chauffeur »

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