ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Antiskid

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Antiskid is an adjective meaning Designed to increase friction, and thereby reduce the possibility of skid. (of a surface).

Meaning

Designed to increase friction, and thereby reduce the possibility of skid. (of a surface).

More Meanings

  1. Designed to maintain traction on a slippery surface. (of a brake system)
  2. (aviation) Antiskid braking.

Example Sentences

To help keep from using up the limited pressure stored by the brake accumulator, antiskid is not available with both engines out.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include skidproof, antislip, skiddy, antislippage, skidsteer, footsure.

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