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Term: Car-pooling

Description:

Car-pooling refers to the practice of sharing a car journey with others, typically co-workers or neighbors, in order to reduce commuting costs, traffic congestion, and environmental impact. It is a method of transportation that promotes resource efficiency and encourages social connections.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A system or arrangement where multiple individuals share the same car for a particular journey, usually to and from work or school.

Example sentence: Car-pooling has gained popularity as an effective solution to reduce the number of cars on the road during rush hour.

Sense 2 (Verb):

The act of participating in or organizing a car-pool.

Example sentence: I started car-pooling with my neighbors to save money and reduce my carbon footprint.

Sense 3 (Gerund):

The process or activity of sharing a car journey with others.

Example sentence: Car-pooling offers an opportunity for individuals to make new friends while simultaneously reducing their expenses.

Local Usage:

In some regions, car-pooling may also be referred to as ride-sharing or lift-sharing.

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