aquaplaning

• Явление, при котором слой воды образуется между шинами транспортного средства и поверхностью дороги, что приводит к потере сцепления и контроля.

A phenomenon where a layer of water builds up between a vehicle's tires and the road surface, causing a loss of traction and control.

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1. Loss of traction on wet roadsB2formal

   A dangerous driving condition where a layer of water builds between the tires of a vehicle and the road surface, causing the driver to lose control.

   Аквапланирование

   • Aquaplaning can occur when driving too fast through deep puddles.
   • The driver lost control of the car due to aquaplaning on the highway.
   • To avoid aquaplaning, reduce your speed in heavy rain.

• Глагол, используемый для описания потери сцепления транспортным средством на мокрой дороге и неконтролируемого скольжения, или вид спорта, заключающийся в скольжении по воде на доске, буксируемой лодкой.

A verb used to describe the act of a vehicle losing traction on a wet road surface and sliding uncontrollably, or the sport of riding on water on a board towed by a boat.

1. Ride an aquaplaneB2formal

   To ride on a board that is towed behind a fast motorboat, skimming across the water's surface.

   Кататься на акваплане

   • They spent the afternoon aquaplaning behind the speedboat.
   • He learned to aquaplane during his vacation at the lake.
   • Aquaplaning requires good balance and a strong grip on the tow rope.

2. Vehicle hydroplaningB2formalbritish

   To lose contact with the road surface due to a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, resulting in a loss of steering and braking control.

   Аквапланирование

   • The car began to aquaplane on the wet motorway.
   • Drivers are advised to slow down to avoid aquaplaning in heavy rain.
   • Aquaplaning can be extremely dangerous if not handled correctly.

   Synonymshydroplane