Definition

Noun: A hatchback door is a single, large rear door on a vehicle, typically hinged at the top, that opens upwards to provide access to the cargo area. It is a defining feature of hatchback-style cars.

Usage

The term is used to specifically describe the rear door of a hatchback vehicle. It is a compound noun where "hatchback" modifies the type of "door."

Examples

• The hatchback door on my car is very heavy.
• We loaded the groceries easily through the wide-opening hatchback door.
• The design of the hatchback door provides excellent access to the rear storage space.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often shortened informally to just "hatch" or "hatch door" in casual conversation (e.g., "Open the hatch").
• In automotive engineering and reviews, the mechanism (hinges, struts) and sealing of the hatchback door are often discussed for their functionality and durability.

Variants and Related Words

• Hatchback (n): The type of car characterized by having a hatchback door and a rear passenger area that is combined with the cargo area.
• Liftgate (n): A more general term often used interchangeably with hatchback door, especially for SUVs and crossovers. It can imply a more horizontal opening angle.
• Tailgate (n): A rear door that is hinged at the bottom and opens downwards, typically found on pickup trucks and some station wagons. This is a different design from a hatchback door.

Synonyms

• Rear hatch
• Liftgate
• Hatch door

Antonyms

• Trunk lid: A smaller, horizontal door that opens to a separate, enclosed trunk compartment, typical of sedans.
• Tailgate: (As defined above, it is a different type of rear door mechanism).

Related Phrases

• To pop the hatch: A common informal phrase meaning to unlock and open the hatchback door, often with a remote.
  • Can you pop the hatch so I can put my bags in?

Noun

1. a sloping rear car door that is lifted to open