rear-view mirror
A "rear-view mirror" is an essential safety feature in vehicles, helping drivers observe traffic and objects behind them.
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Definition
A2Automotive
(common)A mirror inside a vehicle that helps the driver see traffic and objects behind.
Example
- Adjust your rear-view mirror before starting to drive.
- She checked the rear-view mirror to see if any cars were coming.
B2Figurative
(figurative)A perspective on past events or experiences.
Example
- In the rear-view mirror of history, we see how far we've come.
- He tends to look at his past mistakes through a rear-view mirror.
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