Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tonneau
Noun
/tɒnˈoʊ/
Definition
A tonneau refers to a type of vehicle body that is typically used in certain types of cars or trucks.
Examples
- He covered the truck bed with a tonneau cover to protect his tools.
- The convertible’s tonneau was stylish and practical for keeping the interior clean.
- After customizing his vehicle, the proud owner showed off the new tonneau he had installed.
Meaning
Specifically, it can denote a covered or enclosed area at the back of a vehicle, often found in pickup trucks or convertible cars where the cargo or passengers are placed.
Synonyms
- Cover
- Bed cover
- Envelope (in context of vehicles)
