liftgate

noun

lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt How to pronounce liftgate (audio)
: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward

Examples of liftgate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Other standard features on all Santa Fes include a hands-free power liftgate, multiple driving modes, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Karl Brauer, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 Standard equipment includes 19-inch wheels, LED headlights, a full suite of driver assistance features, a hands-free power liftgate, five-passenger seating and heated eight-way power front seats. James Raia, The Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2024 Crack open the split liftgate and you’ll be greeted by Monogram’s 30-inch electric hearth oven, which can be used to prepare everything from pizza to artisanal break to roasted branzino. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 June 2024 The former includes 20-inch black finish alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a power liftgate and water-repellent synthetic leather upholstery. James Raia, The Mercury News, 9 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for liftgate 

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Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of liftgate was in 1953

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“Liftgate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liftgate. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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liftgate

noun
lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt How to pronounce liftgate (audio)
: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward
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