Sweptback (adjective)

Sloping or curving backwards.

Origin:

This word is derived from the combination of the words "swept" and "back". it was first used in the 20th century.

Examples:

1. The fighter jet had sweptback wings that improved its aerodynamics.
2. The car had a sleek, sweptback design that gave it a sporty look.
3. The bird had a sweptback head crest that it raised when it was excited.
4. The hairstyle was sweptback, giving it a sophisticated and elegant look.
5. The building had a dramatic sweptback roof that was the focal point of its design.