Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rear-end
verb
/ˈrɪr ˌɛnd/
Definition
To hit or collide with the back part of something, often used in the context of vehicle accidents.
Examples
- He didn’t notice the car in front of him was stopping, so he rear-ended it at the traffic light.
- The truck rear-ended the sedan, causing significant damage to both vehicles.
Meaning
The term ‘rear-end’ generally refers to the act of bumping into the back of a vehicle or an object, commonly in traffic incidents.
Synonyms
- collide
- bump
- crash
