recap
9.1
A used tire with new tread added to make it last longer
- noun
- /ˈriːkæp/
- Jargon
:
neumático recauchutado
- The garage specializes in the sale of used recap tires for various types of vehicles.
Examples
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Many trucking companies prefer using recap tires to save on costs while ensuring safety on the road.
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I can let you have a recap for 22 dollars, mounted.
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The majority of trailer tires on commercial vehicles are recaps, inflated to 120 psi.
Blog text (24) -
Buying a recap can be a smart choice, as it provides good performance at a lower price than a new tire.
Synonyms
1
6.5
A used tire with new tread added so it can be used again
has identical meaning but is a different word for the same product
How Worn
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word recap for a used tire comes from doing the job re- 'again' and putting a new cap (a cover) on the tire to add new tread. So a recap is a tire with a new 'cap' or tread that makes it usable again.