noun
Vespa
noun
1
An Italian brand of motor scooter, known for its rounded, retro design.
"They rode a Vespa through the narrow streets of Rome."
How to Use Vespa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA classic Italian scooter brand, now used loosely for that type of scooter in general.
Word Forms
Vespas plural, Vespas plural
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Etymology
From Italian vespa, "wasp" — the scooter's designer thought its body and buzzing engine resembled the insect.