autorickshaw
1 of 1noun/ˌɔtoʊˈrɪkʃɔː/
Forms:autorickshaws
1
a three-wheeled, motorized vehicle used for public transportation in many countries, especially in South and Southeast Asia
An autorickshaw is a small, three-wheeled vehicle used for transporting passengers, commonly in cities or towns. It is powered by a small engine and often serves as a quick and affordable way to travel short distances. The vehicle has a covered seating area at the back where passengers sit, and it is usually open on the sides. Autorickshaws are especially popular in parts of Asia, offering a flexible mode of transportation on narrow streets where larger vehicles cannot easily travel. They are often used for short trips, with passengers paying based on distance or time.
- The autorickshaw driver navigated through the crowded streets of Delhi with expert skill.
- We took an autorickshaw to the market to avoid the heavy traffic.
- The autorickshaw sputtered to a stop outside the train station, its engine overheated.
- Negotiating the fare with the autorickshaw driver proved to be a challenging task for the tourists.
- The autorickshaw's colorful decorations and bright lights made it stand out among the other vehicles on the road.