Hatchback: meaning, definitions and examples

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hatchback

 

[ หˆhรฆสง.bรฆk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

car type

A hatchback is a car design that features a rear door that swings upwards, granting access to the vehicle's interior and cargo area. It combines passenger and luggage space into a unified area, making it popular for its practicality and versatility. Hatchbacks often have a compact design, which makes them efficient for urban driving.

Synonyms

city car, compact car, liftback

Examples of usage

  • I just bought a new hatchback for city driving.
  • The hatchback design allows for more storage space.
  • Many families prefer hatchbacks for their versatility.
  • He uses his hatchback for both commuting and road trips.

Translations

Translations of the word "hatchback" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅˆเคšเคฌเฅˆเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั…ะตั‚ั‡ะฑะตะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒƒใƒใƒใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•ด์น˜๋ฐฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุงุชุดุจุงูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽ€่ƒŒ่ฝฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั…ัั‚ั‡ะฑะตะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ”แƒฉแƒ‘แƒ”แƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hatchback

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hatchback

Etymology

The word 'hatchback' originated in the 1960s, deriving its name from the combination of 'hatch,' which refers to a doorway or opening, and 'back,' indicating its position at the rear of the vehicle. The term became widely used as car manufacturers began producing vehicles that featured this design, characterized by a rear door that accommodated both passenger access and cargo space. The hatchback model became particularly popular in Europe during the mid-20th century, coinciding with a growing preference for smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles. As automotive technology advanced, hatchbacks evolved in style and functionality, attracting a diverse range of consumers from families to urban dwellers. Today, hatchbacks are recognized not only for their practicality but also for their sporty aesthetics and dynamic driving performance, securing a prominent place in the global automotive market.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,259, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.