taillights

Meanings

• noun

  Rear lights on a vehicle, used to indicate its presence and intentions to other road users.

  - "The taillights on the car began flashing, signaling a turn."
  - "The taillights were out on the old truck, making it difficult to see at night."

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Synonyms

rear light , taillamp

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Variants

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taillamp , taillight , taillights

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Etymology

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The term 'taillights' is derived from the function they serve on vehicles - indicating the rear or tail end of the vehicle.

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Trivia

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1. The first practical taillights were developed in 1878 by American inventor Frederick Lanchester.

2. In the early days of automobiles, taillights were often simple red lanterns mounted on the rear of the vehicle.

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Related Concepts

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1. headlights: Front lights on a vehicle used to illuminate the road ahead.

2. brake lights: Rear lights on a vehicle that indicate the driver has applied the brakes.

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Culture

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Taillights have been a significant part of automobile design and safety since their invention in the late 19th century. They have been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and popular culture.

How to Memorize "taillights"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a car driving at night. Visualize the taillights glowing red in the rearview mirror of the following vehicle.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'taillights' with the rear end of a vehicle and the color red.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Tails are red lights' to help remember the definition.

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