hot-wire

English

verb
Definitions
  • (slang) to start an automobile engine by bypassing the ignition key wiring
  • (slang) to steal a vehicle by bypassing the ignition key's security

Etymology

Compound from English hot (hot) + English wire.

Origin

English

wire

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