gas-guzzler
noun C2
Plain meaning
a vehicle that uses a lot of fuel
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe a vehicle that uses a lot of fuel, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned gas-guzzler as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines gas-guzzler in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear gas-guzzlerevidence of gas-guzzlerwidespread gas-guzzler
Watch out
Do not use “gas-guzzler” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.