Definition of "hardtop" []

• An automobile designed to look like a convertible but having a rigidly fixed, hard top. (noun)

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• "I think the hardtop is a better-looking car than the convertible, but the fun factor no doubt compensates for this Buick's owners."
• "The delivery of the vehicle include a hardtop, which is recommended in the winter instead of the fabric top folds normally used for the Mercedes Benz SL 600. 1."
• "It's cheaper, it's a four-seater and it's a trendy hard top (I'm still a soft-top guy myself, but the hardtop is the one making waves)."