Sidecar

Pronunciation: /saɪd.kɑr/

Definitions of sidecar

noun a cocktail made with brandy, orange liqueur, and lemon juice

Example Sentences

A1 I ordered a sidecar cocktail at the bar.

A2 The motorcycle had a sidecar attached for passengers.

B1 The sidecar was filled with luggage for the road trip.

B2 The vintage motorcycle with a sidecar was a popular choice for weddings.

C1 The sidecar driver expertly navigated through the busy city streets.

C2 The sidecar provided a unique and thrilling experience for the passengers.

Examples of sidecar in a Sentence

formal The bartender prepared a sidecar cocktail using cognac, triple sec, and lemon juice.

informal I love sipping on a sidecar while relaxing on the patio.

slang Let's grab a sidecar and catch up over drinks.

figurative Having a reliable friend by your side is like having a sidecar on a motorcycle.

Grammatical Forms of sidecar

• plural: sidecars
• comparative: more sidecar
• superlative: most sidecar
• present tense: sidecar
• future tense: will sidecar
• perfect tense: has sidecarred
• continuous tense: is sidecaring
• singular: sidecar
• positive degree: sidecar
• infinitive: to sidecar
• gerund: sidecaring
• participle: sidecarred

Origin and Evolution of sidecar

First Known Use: 1885 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'sidecar' originated from the combination of 'side' and 'car', referring to a small vehicle attached to the side of a motorcycle or bicycle.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a small passenger seat attached to the side of a motorcycle or bicycle, the term 'sidecar' has evolved to also refer to a cocktail made with brandy, orange liqueur, and lemon juice. The word has expanded beyond its original transportation context to include a variety of meanings in different industries.