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English word origin

Etymology of vroom

Imitative.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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intj

The sound of an engine, especially when it is revving up.

verb

To move with great speed; to zoom.

noun

The sound of an engine revving up.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Imitative.

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