breakover
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of breakover
Noun use of verb phrase break over
Example Sentences
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With this setup, the Bronco has 11.6 inches of ground clearance, can ford 33.5 inches of water and has best-in-class approach, departure and breakover angles.
From Fox News
Probably not, but with its compact size, 9.8 inches of ground clearance and solid approach, departure and breakover angles, there’s not a lot to complain about.
From Fox News
Hovering 8.1 inches above the surface, the Passport isn’t exactly a giraffe, but combined with a half-foot shorter overall length, the lift provides better approach, departure and breakover angles than the Pilot has.
From Fox News
It is surprisingly agile: a 25.7-degree breakover angle, and a turning diameter of 35.3 feet, 1-foot tighter than other trim levels.
Approach, breakover and departure angles are quite good.
From New York Times
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