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Cadillac

Pronunciation: [ˈkædɪˌlæk]

Word

Context: "automobile"

(noun) a brand of luxury cars known for being high-quality, classy, and often expensive. When people think of a Cadillac, they usually think of a nice car that looks really good and is comfortable to drive.

Example

My dad just bought a new Cadillac, and it drives so smoothly on the road.

Example

Unlike my old car, which was cheap and basic, a Cadillac has many luxury features.

Example

Why do people consider a Cadillac a symbol of luxury?

Context: "symbol"

(noun) the name Cadillac can also mean something very top quality or the best in a certain category. When people talk about the best in class, they might use Cadillac to show it's really good.

Example

That restaurant is the Cadillac of fine dining; it's the best in town.

Example

This isn't the Cadillac of smartphones; it's really basic and not very impressive.

Example

What makes a product the Cadillac of its category?

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