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jumper cable

/ˈdʒʌmpər ˌkeɪbəl/

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/ˈdʒʌmpər ˌkeɪbəl/B1informalamericantechnical
  • ruПара изолированных электрических проводов с зажимами-крокодилами на каждом конце, используемая для запуска автомобиля с разряженным аккумулятором путём подключения к аккумулятору другого автомобиля.

A pair of insulated electrical wires with alligator clips at each end, used to start a vehicle with a dead battery by connecting it to another vehicle's battery.

  1. Battery booster cableB1formal

    A pair of insulated wires with alligator clips used to start a vehicle with a dead battery by connecting it to another vehicle's battery.

    ruПровода для прикуривания

    • He used jumper cables to start his car after leaving the lights on.
    • Always connect the red clamp to the positive terminal first.
    • Keep a set of jumper cables in your trunk for emergencies.