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petrolhead

The correct spelling is petrolhead.

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noun

Say it like: Pet-rol-hee-d

The correct spelling is petrolhead. A person who is overly reliant on the use of their car, resisting any suggestion to use other means of transport.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A person who is overly reliant on the use of their car, resisting any suggestion to use other means of transport.
  2. 2.A bogan who is overly fond of their car or motorbike and enjoys showing it off and making noise with it.
  3. 3.A person involved in motor racing as either participant or dedicated spectator.
  4. 4.A car enthusiast.

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