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slipstream [ˈslɪpˌstriːm] n (Engineering / Aeronautics) Also called airstream race a. the stream of air forced backwards by an aircraft propeller b. a stream of air behind any moving object vb
(Individual Sports & Recreations / Motor Racing) Motor racing to follow (another car, etc.) closely in order to take advantage of the decreased wind resistance immediately behind it ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Anyone who is familiar with motor racing or even bicycle racing understands that slipstreaming is a drafting method where a racer tucks behind a front-running rival reducing wind resistance and saving fuel and energy, and with a quick move, the challenger can slingshot past the race leader. |
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