35+ Words that rhyme with tailgate
Tailgate is a 2-syllable word with 35 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are actuate, ate, await. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of tailgate
- noun
- a gate at the rear of a vehicle; can be lowered for loading
- verb
- follow at a dangerously close distance; "it is dangerous to tailgate another vehicle"
2 syllables
3 syllables
4 syllables
Examples of "tailgate" in lyrics
See how tailgate is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"Light Peruvian weight, compressed in the tailgate"
Big Pokey f/ Godfather, Mike D — Dope Game 2000 -
"Ain't no jamming the breaks, equate loot in the tailgate"
Big Pokey f/ Big Steve — Range Rover -
"I was layin in bed with a girl that would tailgate"
Donald-D — Who Got the Gun?
What do these rhymes mean?
- actuate
- put in motion or move to act; "trigger a reaction"; "actuate the circuits" give an incentive for action
- ate
- goddess of criminal rashness and its punishment
- await
- look forward to the probable occurrence of; "We were expecting a visit from our relatives
- backdate
- make effective from an earlier date; "The increase in tax was backdated to January"
- bait
- anything that serves as an enticement something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "tailgate" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like actuate, ate, await create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "tailgate" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.