horseless carriage

[ hawrs-lis ]

/ ˈhɔrs lɪs /

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noun

an automobile: The horse and buggy were eventually replaced by the horseless carriage.

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Origin of horseless carriage

First recorded in 1890–95

That’s a great goal for a company that once helped pull the plug on the “electric horseless carriage” but today is leading the charge with its own cutting-edge EVs.
One lean, mean green machine|Joe Phillips|October 16, 2021|Washington Blade
This tony horseless carriage has a $342,000 base price that quickly skyrockets with natty options.
A car fit for a queen|Joe Phillips|September 17, 2021|Washington Blade
Then Sharon spoke of rumours that the new horseless carriage would soon do away with horses.
The Wrong Twin|Harry Leon Wilson
The idea of the horseless carriage is a matter that has long been in the minds of inventors.
Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 12|Elbert Hubbard

If it were not so, why does one call a horseless carriage 'automobile' instead of 'self-moving carriage'?
A Fantasy of Far Japan|Baron Kencho Suyematsu
"You should introduce the horseless carriage into your country," said the Doctor as he bounced about upon his seat.
Doctor Jones' Picnic|S. E. Chapman
The reporter had written quite unconsciously, just as he used to write horseless carriage.
Imaginary Interviews|W. D. Howells