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garage

1 of 2noun
/ɡəˈrɑʒ/
Forms:garages
1

a building, usually next or attached to a house, in which cars or other vehicles are kept

A garage is a building or space, typically attached to or located near a house, used for storing vehicles, tools, or other items. It often has a door that can be opened to allow cars to enter or exit. Garages can vary in size, from small single-car spaces to larger ones that can fit multiple vehicles or serve as additional storage areas. Some garages are used for purposes like workshops or home maintenance tasks, while others are primarily for parking vehicles.

  • They parked their car in the garage to protect it from the harsh winter weather.
  • The garage was filled with tools and equipment for home improvement projects.
  • He decided to convert the garage into a small workshop for his woodworking hobby.
  • After cleaning out the garage, they found an old bicycle that had been forgotten for years.
  • The garage door is automated, making it easy for them to enter and exit without getting out of the car.
2

a place where vehicles are serviced or repaired

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  • He took his car to the garage to have the brakes checked.
  • The garage specializes in fixing electrical issues in cars.
  • She works as a mechanic at the local garage.
  • The garage installed new tires on my truck.
  • He left his motorcycle at the garage overnight.
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