Etymology

electriquette

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Today it means: An early form of battery-powered motorized wheelchair or slow-speed cart, typically featuring a two-person bench seat enclosed by a wicker or rattan exterior. Full definition →

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The story

Pseudo-Gallicism, from French électrique (“electric”) + -ette (a playful, vintage suffix inspired by the French-sounding names). Invented by Clyde H. Osborn; beginning in 1915, these carts were manufactured by the Electriquette Manufacturing Company in Los Angeles. A genericized trademark.

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