Cool MateDriving
UK /["/ˈdraɪvɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈdraɪvɪŋ/"]/
Definition
the way that somebody drives a vehicle; the act of driving
In simple words: the act of controlling a vehicle
Examples
- She was convicted of **dangerous driving**.
- **careless/reckless driving**
- a driving lesson/instructor
- He was banned from driving for six months after failing a breath test.
- I usually do the driving and he navigates.
- Most people who own a Jeep never use it for off-road driving.
- Police stopped 30 motorists for drink driving on New Year's Eve.
- Jones was charged with reckless driving.
- She was given a large fine and a two-year driving ban.
- a new campaign to promote safe driving
Usage notes
Used in everyday conversation. Typically inappropriate in formal writing unless discussing transportation or mechanics.
Grammar pattern
drive + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'drive-in' movie where you park your car and watch.
Collocations
- good
- safe
- aggressive
- do the
- be banned from
- be disqualified from
- conditions
- seat
- test
- driving under the influence
- driving while intoxicated
Synonyms
- steering
- operating
- maneuvering
- navigating
- controlling
Antonyms
- parking
- waiting
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'drive' with 'riding' when referring to being a passenger.
- Using 'driving' for non-vehicle contexts.
- Incorrectly conjugating the verb 'to drive' in different tenses.