Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of limousine
"The chauffeur drove us through traffic in two separate black limousines to ensure everyone had enough space for their luggage."
In plain English: Limousines are fancy, long cars with a separate private section for passengers that usually have a driver.
"He waited patiently in the rain for his black limousines to arrive."
Usage: Use "limousines" to refer to multiple large, often luxurious cars with stretchable interiors, typically used for transporting dignitaries or wealthy passengers. Avoid using this term for any vehicle that lacks the distinctive elongated shape and professional chauffeur service associated with the word.
Derived from French limousin, referring to the Limousin region in central France, the term originally described heavy woolen cloaks worn by peasants there. It later applied to horse-drawn carriages with similar high hoods before evolving into its modern meaning for luxury automobiles.