Carhouse

/ˈkɑrˌhaʊs/ noun

Definition

A building or structure used for storing, maintaining, or housing cars; a garage, parking facility, or vehicle depot.

Etymology

Compound word combining 'car' plus 'house,' following the Germanic tradition of forming compound nouns. More common in some dialects than others; often replaced by 'garage' or 'parking garage' in modern usage.

Kelly Says

Before 'garage' (from French) dominated, English speakers often said 'carhouse'—this word shows how English compounds lose out to imports when they sound fancier!

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