Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rear-seat

noun
/rɪr siːt/
Definition
The seat located at the back of a vehicle, typically used for passengers.
Examples
  • The children sat comfortably in the rear-seat during the road trip.
  • She adjusted her rear-seat mirror before pulling out of the parking lot.
  • In some models, the rear-seat can be folded down to create more trunk space.
Meaning
A rear-seat is a designated area in a car where passengers can sit behind the front seats. It is often less spacious than the front seats and may have fewer features.
Synonyms
  • backseat
  • second row
  • passenger seat