cabriolet
/ˌkæbriəˈleɪ/
NOUN
1. An automobile with a retractable roof
A passenger automobile with a folding or retractable roof that can be lowered or removed to provide an open-air driving experience.
1.1. Convertible cars and automobiles
Used to describe a car with a retractable or folding roof, allowing the vehicle to be driven either as an enclosed automobile or with an open top. The term is particularly associated with European automotive terminology.
Synonyms
- convertible
- roadster
Examples
- The couple enjoyed a scenic drive in their sleek convertible cabriolet along the coastal highway.
- As the sun set, the driver lowered the top of the cabriolet, allowing the warm evening breeze to sweep through.
- The vintage car show featured classic models, including a beautifully restored 1960s cabriolet.
- On a sunny weekend, friends planned a road trip, cruising in their sporty cabriolet with the wind in their hair.
- The luxury cabriolet turned heads as it glided through the city streets, showcasing its elegant design.
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NOUN
2. A light horse-drawn carriage with a folding top
A light two- or four-wheeled carriage with a folding hood or roof, traditionally drawn by a single horse and designed to carry passengers.
2.1. Horse-drawn carriages and historical transportation
Used to describe a small, lightweight horse-drawn passenger carriage with a folding covering, commonly associated with historical European transportation and urban travel.
Synonyms
Examples
- The wealthy merchant traveled through the countryside in an elegant cabriolet drawn by a single horse.
- The historical museum displayed a beautifully restored cabriolet from the early nineteenth century.
- The passengers enjoyed a leisurely ride in a traditional cabriolet with its folding hood raised against the rain.
- Before automobiles became widespread, the cabriolet was a popular form of lightweight passenger transportation.