noun

taillight

Taillight (noun) means one of the red lights fitted to the rear of a vehicle so it is visible from behind at night. Example: “One of the car's taillights was cracked after the fender bender.”

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noun

One of the red lights fitted to the rear of a vehicle so it is visible from behind at night.

"One of the car's taillights was cracked after the fender bender."

How to use taillight

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe red light at the back of a car, truck, or bike.

Common pairings

broken taillight flashing taillight

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

taillights plural

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One of the car's _____ was cracked after the fender bender.

Etymology

A straightforward compound of tail and light.

Synonyms

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tail lamp rear lamp rear light

Frequently asked questions

What does “taillight” mean?

The word “taillight” means one of the red lights fitted to the rear of a vehicle so it is visible from behind at night. In plain terms, the red light at the back of a car, truck, or bike.

How do you use “taillight” in a sentence?

Here is “taillight” used in a sentence: “One of the car's taillights was cracked after the fender bender.”

What part of speech is “taillight”?

“Taillight” is a noun.

What is the meaning of taillight?

"taillight" (noun) means one of the red lights fitted to the rear of a vehicle so it is visible from behind at night.