Synonyms for

Streetcar

Verb / ˈstri:ˌtkɑ:r / Another word for streetcar — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a public transportation vehicle that travels on tracks laid in the street

Synonyms & similar words

tram trolleycar trolley tramcar trolley tram subway metro tube underground monorail train bus shuttle coach carriage conveyance transporter vehicle

Example sentences

  1. The streetcar was crowded this morning.
  2. My grandfather used to drive a streetcar.
  3. We need to take the streetcar to get to the restaurant.
  4. The streetcar tracks run right in front of my house.
  5. I love the sound of the streetcar passing by.

Quotes

  • "I'm not a streetcar conductor, I'm a writer." - Tennessee Williams
  • "There's a streetcar named Desire waiting for you." - Tennessee Williams
  • "The streetcar seemed to move slower than a snail." - Lillian Smith

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