hot rod

noun

: an automobile rebuilt or modified for high speed and fast acceleration

Examples of hot rod in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sure, nothing on the road turns heads quite like a hot rod or vintage vehicle in pristine condition. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Inspired by the blockbuster film franchise, the thrill ride seats guests in flashy hot rods that mimic real drifting motions at up to 72 mph. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026

The event featured classic hot rods, lowered cars, live music and local vendors in an atmosphere intentionally designed to be inclusive and family-oriented. — Michelle Edgar, Daily News, 17 May 2026

Electric acceleration just can’t be beat, much as that disheartens my ancient sports car and hot rod friends. — Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hot rod

• abroad
• applaud
• backboard
• ballade
• defraud
• ephod
• facade
• guffawed
• outlawed
• ramrod
• roughshod
• slipshod

Kids Definition

hot rod

noun

: an automobile rebuilt or changed for high speed and fast acceleration