Definition

A type of vehicle designed for traveling over snow, featuring skis in the front and tracks in the back.

Example

We took the snowmobile out for a ride in the winter wonderland.

Conversation

Have you ever tried riding a snowmobile?

No, but it sounds like a lot of fun!

It really is! You should come with me next time I go out.

Absolutely! I’d love to experience a snowmobile ride.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snowmobile → It is formed from "snow" (from Old English *snāw*, meaning frozen precipitation) and "mobile" (from Latin *mobilis*, meaning movable or capable of movement). The word "snowmobile" refers to a vehicle that is capable of moving over snow.

Memory Tip

Think of 'snow' as the frozen precipitation and 'mobile' as something that can move. A snowmobile is a vehicle that moves over snow.

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