Overdriving: meaning, definitions and examples
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overdriving
[ ˌoʊvərˈdraɪvɪŋ ]
driving too fast
Overdriving refers to the act of driving a vehicle at speeds that exceed the recommended or safe limits for a given situation, such as road conditions or vehicle performance. This can lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of accidents. In a broader sense, it can also apply to pushing a system or individual beyond their capacity, resulting in inefficiency or damage. Overdriving is often discouraged in safe driving practices to promote road safety and prevent vehicular accidents.
Synonyms
exceeding limits, overexerting, overextending, overstepping.
Examples of usage
- He was overdriving in the rain, which made the car difficult to handle.
- The inexperienced driver was overdriving during the night, unaware of the hazards.
- The team was overdriving their capabilities, leading to burnout among members.
- The engine was overdriving, causing it to overheat.
Translations
Translations of the word "overdriving" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sobrecarregar
🇮🇳 ओवरड्राइविंग
🇩🇪 Übersteuerung
🇮🇩 mengemudikan lebih cepat
🇺🇦 перевантаження
🇵🇱 przeładowanie
🇯🇵 オーバードライブ
🇫🇷 surcharge
🇪🇸 sobrecarga
🇹🇷 aşırı yükleme
🇰🇷 과도 운전
🇸🇦 زيادة الحمل
🇨🇿 přetížení
🇸🇰 preťaženie
🇨🇳 过载
🇸🇮 preobremenitev
🇮🇸 ofhleðsla
🇰🇿 артық жүктеу
🇬🇪 გადატვირთვა
🇦🇿 yükləmə
🇲🇽 sobrecarga
Etymology
The word 'overdriving' is derived from the prefix 'over-', which indicates excessiveness, combined with the verb 'drive'. The etymology traces back to Old English 'drīfan', meaning 'to drive, to compel'. The use of 'over' adds a connotation of intensity or extreme action to the base verb. The term has been utilized in various contexts, particularly in automotive discussions since the early 20th century, as cars became more prevalent. With the advent of performance vehicles and motorsports, 'overdriving' gained specific meanings relating to the limits of speed and control, emphasizing the dangers of pushing both vehicle capabilities and driver skills beyond safe thresholds.