dog house (greenhouse)
A "dog house" or "greenhouse" is a term used by mechanics to describe the front part of a car that’s been taken off, usually for fixing or changing parts. It’s the area where the engine used to be.
In automotive slang, a "dog house" or "greenhouse" refers to the front portion of a vehicle’s body that has been removed or cut away, often for maintenance or repair purposes. It typically includes the area from the A pillar forward where the engine bay was.
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