tire chain

American  

noun

1. a chain fitting over the tire of a car, truck, or other vehicle, to increase traction and prevent skidding on roads covered with ice or snow.

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Example Sentences

Elsewhere in the United States, tire chain regulations are few and far between.

From New York Times • Mar. 6, 2023

You’ll also want to bring essential bike tools, like tire levers, an Allen wrench, spare bike tube and tire, chain links, a pump, chain tool and lube.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 21, 2021

“Forecasts are calling for flurries through Saturday,” Kanton said, adding that he would advise visitors to monitor tire chain advisories and check road conditions before heading up.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2019

At one point, a request went out to bump up to stricter tire chain controls as road conditions worsened.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2017

I might tell you how I'm lost once, freightin' from Vegas into the Panhandle, an' am two days without water—blazin' Jooly days so hot you couldn't touch tire, chain, or bolt-head without fryin' your fingers.

From Wolfville Nights by Lewis, Alfred Henry