victoria

noun

vic·​to·​ria vik-ˈtȯr-ē-ə How to pronounce victoria (audio)
Synonyms of victorianext
: a low four-wheeled pleasure carriage for two with a folding top and a raised seat in front for the driver

Word History

Etymology

Queen Victoria

First Known Use

circa 1864, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of victoria was circa 1864

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“Victoria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/victoria. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.

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victoria

noun
vic·​to·​ria vik-ˈtōr-ē-ə How to pronounce victoria (audio)
-ˈtȯr-
: a low four-wheeled carriage with a folding top and a raised seat in front for the driver
Etymology

named in honor of Victoria 1819–1901 queen of England

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