Boot

Boot

The car’s trunk, opposite of the bonnet.

Example Sentences

"Put the shopping in the boot."
"The spare tyre's in the boot."

Etymology & History

British car trunk or kick or footwear. British triple meaning automotive/violence/clothing. Car boot British storage. 'Give him the boot' British fire. Walking boots British. Reflects British versatile vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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