antiskid

American

[an-tee-skid, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈskɪd, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

Automotive.

designed or constructed to prevent the skidding of a vehicle, especially by reducing hydraulic pressure in the brake system to prevent the brakes from locking.

Etymology

Origin of antiskid

First recorded in 1900–05; anti- + skid

Example Sentences

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They might also be used in antiskid brake systems or as a means of adjusting shock absorbers for a smoother ride.

From US News • Aug. 12, 2016

Nissan has patented fuzzy auto transmission and antiskid braking , systems.

From Time Magazine Archive

It also comes with a turbocharged engine, antiskid braking, radial tires and a Blaupunkt stereo.

From Time Magazine Archive

Traditionally, Mercedes would develop a new antiskid technology in conjunction with a high-end component maker like Germany's Robert Bosch.

From Time Magazine Archive

As it was, when hills were encountered the Panhard was hard tried, and the driving wheels, although they wore antiskid gaiters, revolved many times more than the distance covered by them warranted.

From Through East Anglia in a Motor Car by Vincent, J. E. (James Edmund)

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