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volvo

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈvoʊɫvoʊ// vol·vo

n. a well-known brand of cars from Sweden. People often choose this car because it is famous for being very safe and strong.

n. a Swedish multinational manufacturing corporation, primarily known for its production of luxury vehicles and heavy equipment. The brand is widely associated with safety engineering.


SIMPLE

He drives an old Volvo because it is very reliable.

CONTEXTUAL

After the accident, the family decided to buy a Volvo for its reputation for safety and durability.

COMPLEX

The company's transition toward electric vehicles marks a significant shift for Volvo, which has historically built its brand identity around internal combustion engine safety and robust engineering.

Origin

From Swedish Volvo, from Latin volvō (“I roll”), in reference to ball bearings which were the company's original product.

Usage

When referring to the car, it is treated as a countable noun; when referring to the company, it is a proper noun.

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