noun · B1

Roof Rack

ROOFR-ak/ˈruːf ræk/

A roof rack (id: roof-rack) is a frame on top of a car for luggage, bikes, or a roof box. A boot is inside the back of the car; a roof rack is outside on top. Strap things down. Countable. Wind noise is normal on the motorway.

Meaning

A frame on top of a car for carrying bags, bikes, or a box.

Examples

“Strap the suitcases to the roof rack before we set off.”
“We borrowed a roof rack for the camping chairs and the cool box.”
“Take the roof rack off in winter if you do not need it; it uses extra fuel.”

Good to know

a roof rack. Contrast: the boot (inside) / a roof box (a closed container on the rack).

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