rear-end — the back part of a vehicle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the back part of a vehicle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈrɪr end/
Example Sentences
- My driving instructor always warns students not to rear-end the car ahead, unless they want to pay for expensive repairs.
- The rear-end camera helps drivers see what's behind them when backing up.
- After sitting on the hard bench all day, my rear-end was completely numb.
rear-end
NOUN[/ˈrɪr end/]
the back part of a vehicle
the back part of a vehicle
My dear friend comforts me at year-end, when my car's rear-end got wrecked!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The compound 'rear-end' combines two Old English elements: 'rear' derives from Old Germanic roots meaning 'back' or 'behind,' while 'end' comes from Old English 'ende,' meaning 'extremity' or 'conclusion.' Together, these elements merged to denote the back or posterior portion of something, particularly vehicles.
Breakdown
rear (Old Germanic 'back/behind') + end (Old English 'ende' - extremity/conclusion). The compound literally signifies the back extremity or posterior section of an object.
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📝Examples
“My driving instructor always warns students not to rear-end the car ahead, unless they want to pay for expensive repairs.”
“The rear-end camera helps drivers see what's behind them when backing up.”
“After sitting on the hard bench all day, my rear-end was completely numb.”
“Insurance companies often investigate rear-end accidents to determine fault.”
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