lowrider

noun

low·​rid·​er ˈlō-ˌrī-dər How to pronounce lowrider (audio)
: a customized car with a chassis that has been lowered so that it narrowly clears the ground

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Guests can also arrive at matches in a classic 1964 Chevrolet Impala lowrider, complete with hydraulics. Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 24 June 2026 Cardenas was one of the lowriders instrumental in changing the local ordinances that allowed enthusiasts to cruise around Sacramento again. Hg Biggs, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2026 Among them was Jenifer Lomeli, who said seeing lowriders showcased at one of the city's most prominent cultural institutions felt like a significant milestone. Loureen Ayyoub, CBS News, 13 June 2026 The free event is set to bring a night full of lowriders, classic cars, local vendors, food and music to all who stop by. Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for lowrider

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lowrider was circa 1972

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“Lowrider.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lowrider. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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