carfax

/ ˈkɑːfæks /

noun

1. a place where principal roads or streets intersect, esp a place in a town where four roads meet

Word History and Origins

Origin of carfax¹

C14: from Anglo-French carfuks, from Old French carrefures, from Latin quadrifurcus four-forked

Example Sentences

Make sure to get a vehicle history report from a reputable third party like Carfax or Experian.

From Seattle Times

Jesse Lester McReynolds was born on July 9, 1929, in Carfax, Va., in the mountains of southern Appalachia.

From New York Times

“We are seeing these flooded cars show up all around the country, putting unsuspecting buyers at risk,” Emilie Voss, a spokeswoman for Carfax, said in a statement in October.

From Los Angeles Times

First, experts said, would-be buyers should consult a service such as Carfax to check an auto’s history; such products will show the status of a car’s title and could include other pertinent information.

From Los Angeles Times

Following Hurricane Ian’s devastating assault on Florida and neighboring states in September, Carfax, the vehicle data firm, warned consumers of the risks of buying used cars with water damage.

From Los Angeles Times