Pronunciation: /ˈteɪlˌɡeɪt/
noun a hinged rear section of a truck or car that can be lowered or removed for loading or unloading
A1 I like to have a tailgate with my friends before the football game.
A2 We set up a tailgate in the parking lot with snacks and drinks.
B1 Tailgates are a popular way to socialize before sporting events.
B2 The tailgate party had music, games, and delicious food.
C1 The tailgate of the truck was filled with supplies for the camping trip.
C2 The company organized a tailgate event for employees to celebrate the end of the year.
verb to participate in a social gathering held on and around the open tailgate of a parked vehicle
A1 I tailgate my friend's car when we go to the beach.
A2 The driver behind us was tailgating us on the highway.
B1 It is dangerous to tailgate other vehicles on the road.
B2 The police officer warned the driver about tailgating on the freeway.
C1 Tailgating is a common issue on busy city streets.
C2 Professional drivers are trained to avoid tailgating to prevent accidents.
formal The company organized a tailgate event to celebrate its employees' hard work.
informal Let's have a tailgate before the big game this weekend!
slang I love tailgating with my friends at the concert.
figurative The politician tried to tailgate his opponent during the debate.
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