winter tire

English

noun
Definitions
  • (automotive) A tire with rubber that remains soft in most winter temperatures, to maintain grip on snow on ice, with good tread life on dry roads in cold conditions (tread life is poor in warm and hot conditions)

Etymology

Compound from English winter + English tire.

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English

tire

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