Rear/rɪr/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/2Location Specific Use 'rear' to specify something's location at the back of an object or place. She put her luggage in the rear compartment. Pro Tip 2/2Directional Clue 'Rear' indicates direction, often signaling where to go in buildings or vehicles. The restrooms are located at the rear of the plane.