liftgate

noun

lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt How to pronounce liftgate (audio)
: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward

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At the rear, a striking clamshell liftgate opens up a notably wide load floor for cargo. — IEEE Spectrum, 18 Nov. 2023 Features like a power liftgate, low-profile roof rails, rain-sensing wipers, and a heated steering wheel and front seats are all standard. — New Atlas, 24 Jan. 2026 This model includes a dedicated liftgate lamp and ground lights to illuminate your campsite after dark. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 17 Mar. 2026 The Limited trim also adds 20-inch wheels, the new rear spoiler, a power liftgate and a Harman/Kardon stereo system. — James Raia, Mercury News, 22 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for liftgate

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First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of liftgate was in 1953

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“Liftgate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liftgate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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liftgate

noun
lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt How to pronounce liftgate (audio)
: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward
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