club car

noun

: a railroad passenger car with facilities for serving refreshments and drinks

called also bar car, lounge car

Examples of club car in a Sentence

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There is simply no better way to get immersed into a community that shares a passion for one car make—or even model—than by spending a day wandering the grass at a club car show. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 5 July 2022 The 12th floor will be home to an executive lounge inspired by a train’s posh club car. Brian E. Clark, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2020

Word History

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of club car was in 1886

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“Club car.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/club%20car. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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