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minicar

[ min-ee-kahr ]

noun

  1. a very small car, especially a subcompact.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of minicar1

1945–50, in sense “miniature car”; mini- + car 1
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Example Sentences

Automakers had hoped high-tech options would attract younger buyers to minicars, or kei-cars, even as the number of Japanese drivers under 30 has slid nearly 40 percent since 2001.

From Reuters

“It’s definitely safer than picking up your kids from school on a scooter,” said Mr. Zhao, whose wife relies on a minicar to get around town.

The family has a refrigerator, electricity and a motorbike to get around, and their children have several toys, including bikes and a battery-powered minicar.

Forest Ridge hosted its inaugural race, called the “Soaring Eagle Rally,” featuring the minicars decorated in all colors and styles created by sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders, along with a handful of teachers.

Nissan took a controlling stake in Mitsubishi Motors last year after that company was caught inflating fuel economy figures for its minicar models, which are also sold under the Nissan brand.

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