antilock
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- noun
- /ˈæntiˌlɑk/
- Specialized
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sistema de antibloqueo
- So the intelligent automobile nowadays will avoid crashes by the use of stability control and antilock brakes.
- antilock braking system
Examples
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The GT-R also has traction and stability control and antilock brakes with brake assist, which applies more pressure when needed.
Blog text (29) -
So, for example, when antilock brakes first appeared, no one told you.
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And I disagree with the comment below that things like antilock brakes make people reduce their stopping distance.
Blog text (11) -
My Mercedes had antilock brakes.
Fiction book (1994) -
Our antilock brakes save over 100 lives a day by avoiding collisions.
Academic text (2011) -
I suggest spending money on things like stability control, antilock brakes, and airbags rather than moonroofs and fancy stereos.
Blog text (20) -
The driver felt more confident knowing that the car was equipped with antilock brakes to enhance safety during sudden stops.
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Vehicles with antilock systems prevent the wheels from locking, allowing for better steering control while braking.
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Many modern cars come with antilock brakes that help improve stability and reduce the risk of skidding.
Synonyms
A system in a vehicle that stops the wheels from sliding on wet or icy roads
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Etymology
Antilock comes from anti- meaning 'against' and lock meaning 'to stop moving'. An antilock is a device or system that prevents the wheels from locking during braking so the driver can still steer the car.