caleche

[kuh-lehsh]

caleche Definition

a light carriage with four wheels and a hood, drawn by one or two horses.

Using caleche: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "caleche" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The couple rode through the park in a caleche.

  • Example

    The caleche was pulled by two horses.

  • Example

    The hotel offers a tour of the city in a caleche.

  • Example

    She arrived at the ball in a beautiful caleche.

caleche Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for caleche

Phrases with caleche

  • a type of caleche that has no roof or covering over the passenger compartment

    Example

    The open caleche is perfect for sightseeing on a sunny day.

  • a type of caleche that has a roof or covering over the passenger compartment

    Example

    The closed caleche is ideal for rainy days.

  • one-horse caleche

    a type of caleche that is drawn by a single horse

    Example

    The one-horse caleche is more affordable than the two-horse version.

Origins of caleche

from French 'calèche', from German 'Kalesche', from Hungarian 'kocsi', meaning 'carriage'

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Summary: caleche in Brief

A 'caleche' [kuh-lehsh] is a light carriage with four wheels and a hood, typically drawn by one or two horses. It is often used for leisurely rides or tours, as in 'The hotel offers a tour of the city in a caleche.' Variations include the open and closed caleche, and the one-horse caleche, which is more affordable.