Convertible

Automobile with a retractable roof.

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In automotive terms, a convertible is an automobile with a retractable roof that can be lowered to allow open-air driving. These roofs are typically made of fabric (soft top) or metal (hardtop), offering varying degrees of insulation and security.

From convert, from Old French convertir, from Latin convertere, to turn around.

A convertible is a car with a roof that can be folded down or retracted, letting you drive with the open air around you.

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