English Explanatory Dictionary

liftgate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hydraulic or electric platform that installs onto the rear of a vehicle and which may be raised or lowered in the loading and unloading of heavy cargo.
  2. A closure at the rear of a vehicle, or rear door, that can be raised to access the back of a vehicle.

Word forms

liftgate liftgates

Etymology

From lift + gate.

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