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slipstream

 

[ หˆslษชpstrim ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

aerodynamics

A slipstream is a current of air caused by a moving object that creates decreased drag for a trailing object. This phenomenon is often utilized in racing and cycling to enhance speed and efficiency by riding in the wake of another competitor's airflow.

Synonyms

airstream, draft, wake.

Examples of usage

  • The cyclist tucked into the slipstream of his rival to conserve energy.
  • Racing cars often take advantage of the slipstream to overtake opponents.
  • Pilots use the slipstream effect to maintain lift and reduce fuel consumption.
Context #2 | Verb

to follow closely

To slipstream means to position oneself closely behind a moving object to take advantage of reduced air resistance. This technique is commonly used in competitive sports like cycling and motorsport to gain speed.

Synonyms

draft behind, tailgate.

Examples of usage

  • He slippedstreamed behind the leader to save his energy.
  • The car was slipstreaming to gain an advantage during the race.
  • Athletes often train to expertly slipstream in competitions.

Translations

Translations of the word "slipstream" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corrente de ar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฒเคฟเคชเคธเฅเคŸเฅเคฐเฅ€เคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Windschatten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ aliran udara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพั‚ั–ะบ ะฟะพะฒั–ั‚ั€ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ strumieล„ powietrza

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒชใƒƒใƒ—ใ‚นใƒˆใƒชใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sillage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corriente de aire

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hava akฤฑmฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šฌ๋ฆฝ์ŠคํŠธ๋ฆผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูŠุงุฑ ู‡ูˆุงุฆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ proudฤ›nรญ vzduchu

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรบd vzduchu

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐ”ๆต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zrakovni tok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ loftstraumur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัƒะฐ ะฐา“ั‹ะฝั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒก แƒœแƒแƒ™แƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hava axฤฑnฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corriente de aire

Etymology

The term 'slipstream' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the combination of the words 'slip' and 'stream.' The 'slip' aspect refers to the reduction of drag or resistance one experiences when following closely behind another object. 'Stream' relates to the flow of air around the moving object. Initially, it was used in the context of aerodynamics and later adapted to various sports, especially motor racing and cycling. The concept is pivotal in understanding both physical dynamics in movement and strategic maneuvers in competitive environments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,211 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.