電車

Etymology
The modern definitions are, first attested in 《出使英法義比四國日記》 by Xue Fucheng in 1890.

Noun

 * 1) tram; streetcar
 * 2)  electric multiple unit train
 * 3)  electric vehicle
 * 4)  automobile; motor car; sedan
 * 5)  an ancient covered chariot specialized in raiding enemy camps

Usage notes
In Mainland China, in the context of trains, 電車／电车 only refers to trains in Japan.

Noun

 * 1) an electric multiple unit train
 * 2)  any train, regardless of power source

Derived terms

 * : train fare, railroad fare
 * : train fare, railroad fare
 * : train driver
 * : full-crowded train