Driving

Spare

sper

noun

What does Spare mean?

The extra tire in your trunk.

Example sentence

"The spare got me to the tire shop."

American usage tip

Donut spares are temporary — max 50 mph.

Related Driving words

Toll
A fee to use certain roads or bridges.
Valet
A service where staff parks your car.
Speeding ticket
A fine for driving too fast.
Driver's license
The official permit to drive; also main US ID.
Tow
To haul away a vehicle.
Parallel parking
Parking between two cars along a curb.
Carpool lane
A highway lane for cars with 2+ people.
Turn signal
The blinker indicating a turn.

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