noun

hatchback

HACH-bak

Hatchback (noun) means a car with a rear door that swings upward to open, giving access to the boot/trunk area. Example: “They traded the sedan for a more practical hatchback.”

noun

A car with a rear door that swings upward to open, giving access to the boot/trunk area.

"They traded the sedan for a more practical hatchback."

How to use hatchback

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA car style with a lift-up rear door instead of a separate boot lid.

Word forms

hatchbacks plural

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They traded the sedan for a more practical _____.

Etymology

A blend of "hatch" (the rear door) and "back" (the rear of the car).

Synonyms

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hatchback door

Frequently asked questions

What does “hatchback” mean?

The word “hatchback” means a car with a rear door that swings upward to open, giving access to the boot/trunk area. In plain terms, a car style with a lift-up rear door instead of a separate boot lid.

How do you pronounce “hatchback”?

“Hatchback” is pronounced HACH-bak (/ˈhæt͡ʃˌbæk/ in IPA).

How do you use “hatchback” in a sentence?

Here is “hatchback” used in a sentence: “They traded the sedan for a more practical hatchback.”

What part of speech is “hatchback”?

“Hatchback” is a noun.