hot rod

The term "hot rod" emerged in the post-World War II era and is commonly associated with American car culture, especially modifications for speed and performance.

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Definition

B2Automobile

(colloquial)A car that has been modified to increase its speed, acceleration, and overall performance, often focusing on both engine and aesthetic enhancements.

Example

  • He spent all summer working on his hot rod to get it ready for the car show.
  • The garage specializes in turning classic cars into high-performance hot rods.

C1Slang

(informal, sexual)A vulgar term for the male genitalia.

B2Automobile

(colloquial, verb)To modify a vehicle for enhanced driving performance, top speed, and acceleration.

Example

  • They decided to hot rod their old truck instead of buying a new one.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hot rod":

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