hatchback

noun

hatch·​back ˈhach-ˌbak 

: an automobile the back of which consists of a hatch that opens upward

also : the back itself

Examples of hatchback in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These models range from affordable hatchbacks like the Kia K4 to top-of-the-line luxury flagship models like the Genesis G90. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 17 July 2026

While Toyota has not confirmed specific future models, the commercial success of performance SUVs elsewhere suggests GR's expansion is unlikely to remain confined to coupes and hatchbacks. — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

In Irkutsk, Russia, a man is seen leaning into the open window of a hatchback and repeatedly hitting another motorist. — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026

Axial flux motors The four-door hatchback will launch in two variants, as usual a 55 and a 63. — ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hatchback

• aback
• attack
• backpack
• backtrack
• bareback
• blackjack
• brownback
• buyback
• callback
• cognac
• comeback
• cutback

Kids Definition

hatchback

noun

hatch·​back ˈhach-ˌbak 

1

: a back on an automobile having an upward-opening hatch

2

: an automobile having a hatchback