limousine

noun

lim·​ou·​sine ˈli-mə-ˌzēn  ˌli-mə-ˈzēn 

1

: a large luxurious often chauffeur-driven sedan that usually has a glass partition separating the driver's seat from the passenger compartment

2

: a large vehicle for transporting passengers to and from an airport

Examples of limousine in a Sentence

The bride and groom rode in a limousine from the church to the reception hall.

Recent Examples on the Web

But in fact, Seinfeld was dating her and the relationship continued, with his limousine becoming a familiar sight outside the Upper East Side apartment where Lonstein lived with her parents and brother, People reported. —Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 15 May 2024

Two men drive off in the limousine, leaving Torres’ body on the front lawn. —Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, cloak, from Limousin, France

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing limousine

• limousine liberal
• stretch limousine

Kids Definition

limousine

noun

lim·​ou·​sine ˈlim-ə-ˌzēn 

ˌlim-ə-ˈzēn

1

: a large luxurious automobile often driven by a chauffeur

2

: a large vehicle for passengers going to and from an airport