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US/ˈmaɪ.lɪdʒ/
UK/ˈmaɪ.lɪdʒ/
the number of miles a vehicle has traveled, or the distance you can drive on one amount of fuel
In context
This used car has low mileage, so it is worth the higher price.
The company pays employees for mileage when they use their own cars for work.
Our new truck gets better gas mileage than the old one.
Words that go with mileage
adjective + noun
- low mileageThe car has very low mileage.
- high mileageHigh mileage can reduce a car’s value.
- unlimited mileageThe rental includes unlimited mileage.
noun + noun
- gas mileageThis model has excellent gas mileage.
- mileage allowanceYour mileage allowance is 100 miles a day.
- mileage reimbursementSubmit your mileage reimbursement form by Friday.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a mileage of 50 kilometersCorrect: a distance of 50 kilometers