The hood of a car.
Bonnet
Example Sentences
"Open the bonnet and check the oil."
"There's smoke coming from the bonnet."
Etymology & History
British term for car hood (engine cover). From French 'bonet' (cap). Early cars' engine covers resembled bonnets. Americans use 'hood'. Both terms from clothing, chosen independently.
Word Details
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Region
General British
๐
Era
Modern
โ
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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