Streamliner

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /striːm.laɪnər/

Definitions of streamliner

noun a high-speed train or a vehicle designed with a smooth, aerodynamic shape to reduce air resistance and increase speed

Example Sentences

A1 A streamliner is a type of train that is designed for high speed.

A2 The streamliner glided smoothly along the tracks, cutting through the air with minimal resistance.

B1 The streamliner was the fastest train on the route, reaching speeds of over 150 miles per hour.

B2 Passengers marveled at the sleek design of the streamliner as it raced past towns and cities.

C1 The streamliner revolutionized rail travel with its advanced technology and aerodynamic shape.

C2 Only a few streamliners remain in operation today, serving as a reminder of a bygone era of luxury train travel.

Examples of streamliner in a Sentence

formal The new high-speed train is a marvel of engineering, designed as a sleek streamliner for maximum efficiency.

informal Check out that cool streamliner train zooming by on the tracks!

slang That streamliner is one fast ride!

figurative Her ideas flowed smoothly like a streamliner, cutting through any obstacles in their path.

Grammatical Forms of streamliner

past tense

streamlined

plural

streamliners

comparative

more streamlined

superlative

most streamlined

present tense

streamlines

future tense

will streamline

perfect tense

have streamlined

continuous tense

is streamlining

singular

streamliner

positive degree

streamliner

infinitive

to streamline

gerund

streamlining

participle

streamlining

Origin and Evolution of streamliner

First Known Use: 1930 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'streamliner' originated in the early 20th century in the United States.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe high-speed trains or vehicles designed with a smooth, aerodynamic shape to reduce air resistance and increase speed. Over time, the term has been extended to refer to any object or design that emphasizes sleekness and efficiency.