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Meaning of backup camera | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A camera installed on the rear of a vehicle, to help in reversing and in eliminating rear end blindspots.

Equivalents

Examples

“Backup Camera: This camera allows the driver to see what is behind them on a dashboard screen. This is a critically important safety feature if you have children or drive near or around children. It’s also a great parking assist.”
“On your car, features like a backup camera and antitheft device may qualify you for a better auto insurance rate. And taking a safe-driving course can earn you a discount of up to 15 percent.”
““You could’ve just texted,” I point out, sidestepping her to unlock Miles’ car. I’m going to need to get mine back eventually—except, I can’t help but acknowledge that his is a lot nicer. It has a backup camera, even. And the fancy radio stations. I’ve already hooked up my phone to its Bluetooth, making it the primary. Just to be a pain in the ass.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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