Overtire: meaning, definitions and examples
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overtire
[ oʊvɚˈtaɪər ]
mechanical failure
Overtire refers to the act of overworking or putting excessive strain on something, particularly in a mechanical context. This term is often used to describe the scenario where equipment, machines, or vehicles are pushed beyond their recommended limits, leading to potential breakdowns or failures. For example, a vehicle may overtire if it is used continuously without proper rest or maintenance. This can lead to reduced efficiency and durability over time.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The truck began to overtire after continuous use on rough terrain.
- If you don’t service the machine properly, you risk overtiring its components.
- He realized he had overtired the engine by driving at high speeds for too long.
Translations
Translations of the word "overtire" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reverter
🇮🇳 वापस करना
🇩🇪 umkehren
🇮🇩 membalik
🇺🇦 перевернути
🇵🇱 odwrócić
🇯🇵 反転する
🇫🇷 inverser
🇪🇸 invertir
🇹🇷 ters çevirmek
🇰🇷 뒤집다
🇸🇦 عكس
🇨🇿 otočit
🇸🇰 otočiť
🇨🇳 翻转
🇸🇮 obrniti
🇮🇸 snúa
🇰🇿 айналдыру
🇬🇪 მობრუნება
🇦🇿 çevirmək
🇲🇽 invertir
Etymology
The term 'overtire' is a compound word stemming from the prefix 'over-', which originates from Old English 'ofer' meaning 'above, beyond' and 'tire' which has roots in the Latin word 'tardus', meaning 'slow'. Historically, it came to refer to the exertion or wear applied to machinery or equipment. As industries evolved, especially during the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries, the usage of the term became more common as machines began to play crucial roles in manufacturing and transportation. Maintenance of machinery became a significant concern, leading to the term 'overtire' being used in technical contexts to describe situations where equipment was not used within its intended operational limits, resulting in damage or inefficiency. Today, 'overtire' is frequently used in various sectors ranging from automotive to robotics, emphasizing the need for balance in the operation and upkeep of mechanical devices.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,611, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.