Definition

A type of car that has been specially modified to sit lower to the ground, often with hydraulic systems that allow the driver to raise or lower it as desired.

Example

He drove his lowrider to the car show, impressing everyone with its unique style.

Conversation

Did you see that new lowrider at the car show last weekend?

Yeah, it looked amazing with all those custom details!

I wish I could get a lowrider like that one day.

For sure! It would be so fun to cruise around in style.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lowrider → The word is formed from "low" (from Old English "lōw", meaning not high) and "rider" (from Old English "rīdere", meaning one who rides). A lowrider refers to a vehicle that is designed to sit lower to the ground than standard vehicles, emphasizing its low height.

Memory Tip

Think of a vehicle that is 'not high' ('low') and is 'driven' ('rider') — that's what a lowrider is, a car that rides low.

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