drawing-room car

• Terme historique désignant un wagon de voyageurs ferroviaire de luxe, généralement doté de compartiments privés, de sièges moelleux et de commodités pour les longs trajets. Ce type de wagon était répandu à la fin du XIXe siècle et au début du XXe siècle.

A historical term for a luxurious passenger railroad car, typically featuring private compartments, upholstered seating, and amenities for long-distance travel. This type of car was common in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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   A type of passenger train car that offers private compartments with comfortable seating, often found on long-distance or luxury trains.

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   • The drawing-room car on the Orient Express was elegantly furnished.
   • Passengers in the drawing-room car enjoyed complimentary drinks and snacks.
   • He booked a ticket in the drawing-room car for the cross-country journey.