variants or antiskid
: designed to prevent skidding
an anti-skid surface
The brakes, which employ a special computerized antiskid mechanism, have been mandatory since early this year, when a federal safety regulation calling for more stringent braking standards for trucks and buses went into effect. John D. Williams

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Highly insulated and sturdy thanks to an anti-skid rubber sole, don’t worry about slipping while wearing these in the rain. Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2025 Their fluffy lining wraps your feet to fend off any chill, and their anti-skid rubber sole means they can also be worn outside while running a quick errand, grabbing the mail, or taking a furry friend for a walk. Averi Baudler, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-skid was in 1903

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“Anti-skid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-skid. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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