liftgate

noun

lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt 

: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward

Examples of liftgate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The defect is specific to some 2021-2023 MY Dodge Durango vehicles, which were built with rear spoilers that may be over-flush to the roof, allowing contact to the roof when cycling the liftgate. — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

The man was later found pinned underneath the hydraulic arm of the trailer's liftgate, according to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration. — Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 26 June 2026

Folks can option the Corolla Cross with AWD ($1,400), a convenience package with a power liftgate and moonroof ($1,250), JBL premium audio ($800), and snazzy paint like my tester’s Soul Red Crystal ($475). — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 25 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

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for liftgate

• abate
• airfreight
• await
• baseplate
• berate
• birthdate
• birthrate
• bookplate
• borate
• breastplate
• bromate
• casemate

Kids Definition

liftgate

noun

lift·​gate ˈlift-ˌgāt 

: a rear panel (as on a station wagon) that opens upward