rumble seat
A 'rumble seat' refers to a foldable extra seat in the rear of vintage cars, often exposed to the weather.
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Definition
C1Automobiles
(dated)A foldable seat in the rear of an old car, typically exposed and stored in a compartment when not in use.
Example
- They took a ride in the vintage car, with their friend sitting in the rumble seat.
C1Aviation
(colloquial)An additional seat in an aircraft, often used by crew members, also known as a jump seat.
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