All-wheel
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Having a transmission that drives all wheels, particularly where power is directed to the wheels with the best contact with the ground. not-comparable
"So BMW has conjured a tweener — a roomier hatchback on platform shoes, with standard all-wheel drive — to attract customers who crave the 3 Series’ performance but need more utility to close the deal."
Example
More examples"So BMW has conjured a tweener — a roomier hatchback on platform shoes, with standard all-wheel drive — to attract customers who crave the 3 Series’ performance but need more utility to close the deal."
Etymology
From all- + wheel.
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