noun
LoJack
LoJack (noun) means a GPS- and cellular-based tracking system used to locate a stolen vehicle. Example: “Police recovered the stolen truck within an hour thanks to its LoJack.”
noun
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A GPS- and cellular-based tracking system used to locate a stolen vehicle.
"Police recovered the stolen truck within an hour thanks to its LoJack."
"The dealership offered to install a LoJack for an extra fee."
How to use LoJack
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tracking gadget hidden in a car so police can find it if it gets stolen.
Common mistake
Now used informally for any vehicle tracker, not just the original branded product — similar to how "Kleenex" is used for any tissue.
Common pairings
install a LoJack
LoJack system
track the car with LoJack
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Etymology
Originally a trademark for a system made by Spireon, it later became a generic term for any such device. The name plays on "hijack," swapping "hi" for its opposite, "lo."
Frequently asked questions
What does “LoJack” mean?
The word “LoJack” means a GPS- and cellular-based tracking system used to locate a stolen vehicle. In plain terms, a tracking gadget hidden in a car so police can find it if it gets stolen.
How do you use “LoJack” in a sentence?
Here is “LoJack” used in a sentence: “Police recovered the stolen truck within an hour thanks to its LoJack.”
What part of speech is “LoJack”?
“LoJack” is a noun.
What is the meaning of LoJack?
"LoJack" (noun) means a GPS- and cellular-based tracking system used to locate a stolen vehicle.
