auto-

¹ American  

1. a combining form meaning “self,” “same,” “spontaneous,” used in the formation of compound words.

   autograph, autodidact.

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auto- ² American  

1. a combining form representing automobile in compound words.

   autocade.

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auto- ³ American  

1. a combining form representing automatic in compound words: autoalarm; autofeed; autofocus . Sometimes also taken as an adjective.

   auto enlarger; auto stop control; auto dialer.

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auto ⁴ American  

[aw-toh] / ˈɔ toʊ /

noun

plural

autos

1. automobile.

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adjective

1. of or relating to automobiles.

   an auto salesman; auto detailing.

auto. ⁵ American  

abbreviation

1. automatic.

2. automobile.

3. automotive.

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auto ¹ British  

/ ˈɔːtəʊ /

noun

1. 1. short for automobile

   2. ( as modifier )

      auto parts

2. informal short for autorickshaw

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auto- ² British  

combining form

1. self; same; of or by the same one

   autobiography

2. acting from or occurring within; self-caused

   autohypnosis

3. self-propelling; automatic

   automobile

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Etymology

Origin of auto-¹

< Greek, combining form of autós self

Origin of auto-²

auto

Origin of auto⁴

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900; by shortening

Example Sentences

The only Californians impacted, Uber claims, will be “shady billboard lawyers whose business model relies on abusing auto accident victims for their own personal gain.”

From Los Angeles Times

He said he expects the deal will spur Chinese investment into Canada's auto industry, though he did not provide further details.

From BBC

But Ontario Premier Doug Ford, whose province is home to Canada's auto sector, was sharply critical of the deal.

From BBC

A state-commissioned report last month estimated the changes reduced auto premiums on average by $357, adjusted for inflation, between 2019 and 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal

Near-term catalysts for Li Auto’s volume growth also appear limited given severe competition in the premium SUV market and lower EV registration tax incentive, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• car
• passenger car
• vehicle