auto-rick
n.— «And speaking of auto-rickshaws, I did work up the courage to make a few short trips on the three-wheelers. Affectionately called “auto-ricks” by the locals, they reminded me of Bangkok’s infamous tuk-tuks.» —“Mumbai Traffic” by Yvonne Gomez Radio Singapore International July 29, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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