Dodgem

Dodgem

British term for bumper car.

Etymology & History

British term for bumper car. From 'dodge 'em' (dodge them). Fairground ride. Americans use 'bumper cars'. British term from 1920s amusement industry.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Interwar Period
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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