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Tailgate
01
the rear door of a car, truck, or van that can be opened downwards when loading or unloading goods
What is a "tailgate"?
A tailgate is the rear door or panel of a vehicle, typically on a truck or SUV, that can be opened to allow access to the cargo area. It is hinged at the bottom and can be lowered or swung open to make it easier to load and unload items. Some tailgates are also designed to support extra functions, such as serving as a workbench or providing additional storage space.
Examples
He opened the tailgate of his pickup truck to unload bags of soil for the garden.
The delivery driver lowered the tailgate of the van to unload packages for the office.
to tailgate
01
to follow another vehicle too closely, not maintaining a safe distance
Examples
He got a ticket for tailgating the car in front of him.
It 's dangerous to tailgate, especially in heavy traffic.
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