noun
Pullman
PUUL-muhn
noun
1
A luxurious railroad passenger car, especially one with sleeping compartments, named after its manufacturer.
"They traveled across the country in a private Pullman car."
"The Pullman cars were famous for their comfort and service."
How to Use Pullman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe classic, comfortable style of railroad sleeping or passenger car.
Common pairings
a Pullman car
Pullman train
Word Forms
Pullmans plural
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Etymology
Named after the Pullman Palace Car Company, founded by American industrialist George Pullman (1831–1897).