Meaning of the word "drive in" in English
What does "drive in" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
drive in
US /ˈdraɪv ɪn/
UK /ˈdraɪv ɪn/
Phrasal Verb
to drive a vehicle into a place or structure
Example:
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Please drive in carefully, the parking lot is full.
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He had to drive in a nail to hang the picture.
Adjective
designed to be used or accessed while remaining in a car
Example:
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We went to a drive-in movie theater last night.
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The restaurant has a convenient drive-in service.
Noun
a place of business, such as a restaurant or movie theater, that serves patrons while they remain in their cars
Example:
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Let's grab a burger at the drive-in.
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The old drive-in theater closed down years ago.