berlin

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English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From the name of the German capital city Berlin, where it was invented in the 17th century.

Pronunciation

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Noun

berlin (plural berlins)

  1. A four-wheeled carriage with a separate sheltered seat behind the body.
    Coordinate terms: calèche, landau

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