passenger car

The term "passenger car" refers to vehicles primarily designed for carrying people rather than goods, commonly used in everyday travel.

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Definition

A2General

(common)A motor vehicle designed for transporting people, typically seating one to eight passengers.

Example

  • They bought a new passenger car to make family trips more comfortable.
  • The parking lot was full of passenger cars of various models.

B1Rail Transport (US)

(technical)A railroad car specifically designed to carry passengers.

Example

  • The train included several passenger cars for the long journey.
  • The passenger car was equipped with comfortable seating and large windows.

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