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stepless

stepless

4.8
Changes smoothly without sudden jumps between levels
  • adjective
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  • For the ultimate performance, the bike's transmission offers a stepless range, enabling seamless shifting without any noticeable gaps.

Examples

  • Probably the most impressive new application for these stepless transmissions is the CVT-driven Canon-Williams Renault Formula One race car, which is powered by an 800-horsepower Renault V10 engine.

    Academic text (1994)

  • The new conveyor belt system operates with stepless speed control, allowing for a smooth and continuous flow of materials.

  • The machines have a wide current range and stepless current control that allows for a range of settings for use with a variety of filler materials.

    Academic text (2011)

  • She appreciated the stepless adjustment feature on her office chair, which provided comfort without any jarring movements.

Synonyms

rippleless
vsstepless
  • Specialized
7.7

A steady electric signal without small repeating changes

is broader, applying to smooth continuous progression across many contexts

How Continuous

stepless
4.8
smooth
204 1.0
gradual
75 3.0
step
∞ 1.0

Surface Forms

stepless positive

Morphology

stepless = step (transparent) = step + less

Meaning is directly 'without steps' formed by the productive suffix '-less' added to 'step'.

Etymology

The word stepless comes from the simple word step and the ending -less, where step means 'a single move' and -less means 'without'. So stepless describes something that changes smoothly with no sudden stages, like a fan or lamp you can set to any level.