aquaplaning

[US]/[ˈækwəˌplɑːnɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈækwəˌpleɪnɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The effect of a vehicle's tires losing contact with the road surface due to a layer of water, causing a loss of control.; The act of driving a vehicle over a surface of water.
v.(of a vehicle) to skid on a road surface due to a layer of water.

Phrases & Collocations

aquaplaning risk

avoid aquaplaning

aquaplaning tires

prevent aquaplaning

experiencing aquaplaning

aquaplaning happened

due to aquaplaning

checking for aquaplaning

aquaplaning conditions

serious aquaplaning

Example Sentences

the car started aquaplaning on the wet highway.

drivers should reduce speed to avoid aquaplaning during rain.

aquaplaning can be a dangerous hazard for motorcyclists.

tire tread patterns help prevent aquaplaning on wet roads.

we experienced severe aquaplaning on the flooded road.

the tires lost traction, causing the car to aquaplane.

aquaplaning is more likely at higher speeds and with standing water.

the bridge deck was slick, making aquaplaning a risk.

proper tire inflation can minimize the risk of aquaplaning.

the sudden downpour increased the chance of aquaplaning.

he struggled to regain control after the car began aquaplaning.

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