fastback

[ fast-bak, fahst- ]

noun

1. a form of back for an automobile body consisting of a single, unbroken convex curve from the top to the rear bumper.
2. a car having such a back.

fastback

/ ˈfɑːstˌbæk /

noun

1. a car having a back that forms one continuous slope from roof to rear
2. a type of pig developed from the landrace or large white and bred for lean meat

Word History and Origins

Origin of fastback¹

An Americanism dating back to 1960–65; fast ¹ + back ¹

Example Sentences

Press another button to raise the large rear spoiler—effectively saying “back off” to anyone clueless enough to tailgate such a ferocious fastback.

From Washington Blade