Antiskidding

/ˌæntɪˈskɪdɪŋ/ adjective

Definition

Preventing or reducing skidding; equipped with or using technology to maintain grip and prevent loss of control.

Etymology

From anti- (against) + skidding (present participle of skid). Modern safety engineering terminology.

Kelly Says

The physics of antiskidding is counterintuitive—the system works by *allowing* some controlled skidding rather than trying to prevent it completely.

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