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plz will u tell me one word substitution for one who loves cars

Mr Wordy · Accepted Answer

Offhand, the only single word I can think of is "petrolhead", which is a colloquial term used in the UK. I'm not sure if it would be understood in other English-speaking parts of the world (e.g. the US), and it's only appropriate in casual language. According to Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_British_words_not_widely_used_in_the_United_States ), US equivalents are "gearhead" and "motorhead". I don't think either of those words would be understood in the UK.

Perhaps someone else has a better idea. Otherwise, you'd probably be better sticking to "car enthusiast" or something like that.

Philip · Answer

I didn't scan the list, but you can start here:

http://www.wordnik.com/lists/phile-words

Khoff · Answer

And what is the one-word substitution for one who loves one-word substitutions?  We seem to have so many of those around here!

Philip · Answer

khoffAnd what is the one-word substitution for one who loves one-word substitutions? We seem to have so many of those around here!

Will Shortz (of NY Times) has many fans all over the world, it would seem.

Khoff · Answer

There must actually be a word for crossword puzzle fanatic.

Mr Wordy · Answer

khoff
There must actually be a word for crossword puzzle fanatic.

cruciverbalist

Khoff · Answer

Yes, that's it!  Thanks!

CalifJim · Answer

Anonymousplz will u tell me one word substitution for one who loves cars

autophile?

CJ

Anonymous · Answer

Car lover

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