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beltline

beltline

6.8
A horizontal line on a car where the windows meet the lower body
  • noun
  • /ˈbɛltlaɪn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : línea de cintura
  • Many manufacturers pay attention to the beltline height, ensuring it's positioned for optimal passenger sightlines.

Examples

  • The new sedan features a sleek design with a curved beltline that enhances its aerodynamics.

  • In modern car designs, a low beltline provides better visibility and a sportier appearance.

  • Visibility is also exceptional for a supercar, thanks to the curved and expansive "canopy" glass, the low beltline, and thin.

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Synonyms

line
vsbeltline
∞ 1.0

A row of words on a page, for example in an ad

is specific to vehicle bodies rather than any surface

Surface Forms

beltline singular
beltlines plural

Morphology

beltline = belt + line (transparent) = belt + line

The vehicle sense denotes the horizontal 'line' at the car's 'belt' (waist) level; components map directly to the sense.

Etymology

Beltline comes from belt ('a strap worn around the waist') and line. On a car the beltline is the horizontal line where the windows meet the body, like a 'belt' that runs around the vehicle and separates the top and bottom.