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nissan

Phoneticsnis·san

/ˈnisɑn/

Definitions

01car manufacturer

A2

n. a famous Japanese company that designs and builds cars.

n. A Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Yokohama.

“Nissan announced a new electric car model that will be available next year.”

“Nissan has been a pioneer in the mass production of electric vehicles, significantly impacting the global automotive market with the introduction of the Leaf.”

Usage

Usually capitalized as a proper noun when referring to the company.

02a specific car

A2

n. a car made by the Nissan company.

n. A vehicle manufactured by the Nissan Motor Company.

“He parked his white Nissan in the driveway behind his house.”

“The witness reported seeing a silver Nissan speeding away from the intersection immediately after the alarm sounded.”

Usage

Often used with an article like 'a' or 'the' when referring to a specific vehicle.

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