skidplate en · NOUN
Etymology
From skid + plate.
Meanings
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A metal plate affixed to the underside of a vehicle to prevent damage to key components in the undercarriage.
But with exposed running boards and little skidplate protection under the body, serious off-roading can have expensive consequences.
2009 February 1, Jerry Garrett, “Larger Than Life, Back for an Encore”, in New York Times:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| skidplates | Number=Plur | lexicographic |