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cross-ply

cross-ply

8.4
A tire with diagonal cloth layers that make the tread flexible and the sides stiff
  • adjective
  • /ˈkrɔsˌplaɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : de capas cruzadas
  • Switching from cross-ply to radial tires improved both ride comfort and handling.

Examples

  • Many classic cars are fitted with cross-ply tires to maintain their authentic appearance.

  • The performance of cross-ply tires differs significantly from that of radial tires.

  • The new cross-ply tires improved the vehicle's handling.

  • Many racing cars use cross-ply tires for better performance.

  • Many classic cars are fitted with cross-ply tires that provide a vintage look and handling.

  • The performance of cross-ply tires is often preferred by enthusiasts due to their unique construction.

  • Drivers sometimes choose cross-ply tires for their vehicles because they offer better control on uneven surfaces.

Surface Forms

cross-ply positive

Morphology

cross-ply = cross + ply (transparent) = cross + ply

The term combines 'cross' (across/diagonal) + 'ply' (layer), so its meaning (layers arranged crosswise) is directly derivable from the base words.

Etymology

Cross-ply comes from cross ('across' or 'at an angle') and ply ('layer'), the same ply in plywood. So a cross-ply tire has fabric layers that cross each other at angles, which makes the tread more flexible but the sidewalls quite stiff.