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auto-
1- a combining form meaning “self,” “same,” “spontaneous,” used in the formation of compound words:
autograph, autodidact.
auto-
2- a combining form representing automobile in compound words:
autocade.
auto-
3- a combining form representing automatic in compound words: autoalarm; autofeed; autofocus . Sometimes also taken as an adjective:
auto enlarger; auto stop control; auto dialer.
auto
4[ aw-toh ]
noun
adjective
- of or relating to automobiles:
an auto salesman; auto detailing.
auto.
5abbreviation for
- automatic.
- automobile.
- automotive.
auto-
1combining_form
- self; same; of or by the same one
autobiography
- acting from or occurring within; self-caused
autohypnosis
- self-propelling; automatic
automobile
auto
2/ ˈɔːəʊ /
noun
- short for automobile
- ( as modifier )
auto parts
- informal.short for autorickshaw
Word History and Origins
Origin of auto-1
Origin of auto-3
Word History and Origins
Origin of auto-1
Example Sentences
They were independent contractors unloading ammunition, building supplies and auto parts for the military at Cam Ranh Bay, one of the busiest ports in the world.
Carney has pledged to quickly begin new trade negotiations with Trump in an attempt to stave off US tariffs on Canadian auto exports set to kick in on 3 May.
A letter to his administration from groups representing companies including GM, Toyota and Volkswagen said the levies "will lead to higher auto prices for consumers, lower sales at dealerships and will make servicing and repairing vehicles both more expensive".
"There are just not enough examiners to go around," said Elwyn Marfell-Jones, 60, principal instructor of Auto Learners driving school in Swansea.
Chatsworth High star and USC commit Alijah Arenas was injured in an auto crash Thursday, a source told the Los Angeles Times.
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