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Definition of motel

motel

/moʊˈtɛl/
mo · tel
Plural:motels
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• noun

1

A roadside establishment providing lodging for motorists, typically featuring rooms that open directly onto an outdoor parking area rather than a central interior lobby.

Example

"After driving for twelve hours straight, we decided to stop for the night at a quiet roadside motel off the interstate."

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• Rhymes for motel

• Nearby Words

mossbrae
mosul
motagua
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moth bean
moth orchid

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1925 in the United States by Arthur Heineman, formed as a portmanteau (blend) of the words 'motor' and 'hotel'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Motel. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/motel
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