Question 37 of 59beginner🔧 ApplyShort Answer1 mark

Combine the words: motor + hotel. Write the merged word and its meaning.

Correct Answer

Merged word: motel.

Meaning: A hotel designed for motorists, usually located along highways, with rooms that can be accessed directly from the parking area.

The word 'motel' is a merged word (also called a portmanteau) combining 'motor' and 'hotel'.

It refers to accommodation designed specifically for travelers with cars, where guests can park near their rooms. This type of accommodation became popular with the growth of automobile travel.

Exercise: Let us learn | Q: II(ii) | (Page Page 10)
For More Understanding

Explanation

The word 'motel' is a merged word (also called a portmanteau) combining 'motor' and 'hotel.' It refers to accommodation designed specifically for travelers with cars, where guests can park near their rooms. This type of accommodation became popular with the growth of automobile travel.

Solution Steps

  1. The merged word is 'motel' combining 'motor' and 'hotel'

  2. A motel is a hotel designed for motorists, usually located along highways

  3. Rooms can be accessed directly from the parking area

  4. Motel is a portmanteau (merged word) of motor and hotel

  5. This accommodation became popular with the growth of automobile travel

PreviousNext