Liftgate

Pronunciation: /lɪftɡeɪt/

Definitions of liftgate

noun a hinged door at the rear of a vehicle that can be raised or lowered for loading and unloading cargo

Example Sentences

A1 The liftgate on the back of the car opens up to access the trunk.

A2 I struggled to close the liftgate because it was heavy.

B1 The liftgate automatically opens when you press a button on the key fob.

B2 The liftgate has a sensor that prevents it from closing if something is in the way.

C1 The liftgate on the SUV is power-operated and can be adjusted to different heights.

C2 The liftgate features a hands-free function where you can open it by waving your foot under the bumper.

Examples of liftgate in a Sentence

formal The liftgate on the SUV automatically opens when you press the button.

informal Hey, can you help me lift the liftgate on the truck?

slang I'll just pop the liftgate and throw the bags in the back.

figurative Opening up about his emotions was like lifting a heavy liftgate off his chest.

Grammatical Forms of liftgate

• plural: liftgates
• comparative: more liftgate
• superlative: most liftgate
• present tense: liftgate
• future tense: will liftgate
• perfect tense: have liftgated
• continuous tense: is liftgating
• singular: liftgate
• positive degree: liftgate
• infinitive: to liftgate
• gerund: liftgating
• participle: liftgated

Origin and Evolution of liftgate

First Known Use: 1940 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'liftgate' originated from the combination of 'lift' meaning to raise or elevate, and 'gate' referring to a barrier or entrance.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a hinged door or barrier at the rear of a vehicle that can be raised or lowered for loading and unloading cargo, the term 'liftgate' has evolved to also refer to the hydraulic mechanism that assists in raising and lowering such doors.