roll cage

noun

: a protective framework of metal bars encasing the driver of a vehicle (such as a racing car)

Examples of roll cage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Photo : Kalmar Automotive The Kalmar 9×9 features personalized lightweight seats and a hidden roll cage. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024 Out went the radio, air conditioning, rear seats, and even the glovebox lid—in went buckets trimmed in tartan fabric to match the exterior repaint, a half roll cage and harnesses, a fire extinguisher, and a Wevo short-shifter kit. Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2024 As well as increased power, the Pacco Gara version comes with a detachable racing roll cage, Sabelt racing harness, additional exterior mirror, period-correct spotlights, tonneau cover, drilled brake discs and brake bias, adjustable dampers and a quicker ratio steering rack. Trinity Francis, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024 Other changes included the use of a Hewland transmission (which was upgraded to a six-speed sequential gearbox in 2005), a lightened F40 GTE race car body, and the installation of an FIA-spec roll cage. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for roll cage 

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Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of roll cage was in 1964

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“Roll cage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roll%20cage. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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