Definition of Cruise control

1. Noun. Control mechanism for keeping an automobile at a set speed.

Generic synonyms: Control, Controller

Definition of Cruise control

1. Noun. A system that maintains a vehicle at constant set speed, usually until the brake or accelerator is pressed. ¹

2. Noun. A state of being where tasks are completely easily, and routinely. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cruise Control

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cruise control (current term)
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Literary usage of Cruise control

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Young Drivers: The Road to Safety by OECD/ECMT Transport Research Centre (2006)
"Adaptive cruise control: Adaptive cruise control (ACC) is a technology that actively intervenes in the vehicle's functioning to ensure a pre-selected ..."

2. Saving Oil and Reducing Co2 Emissions in Transport: Options & Strategies by International Energy Agency, Iea (2001)
"Advanced cruise- control systems, beginning to enter the market, also can control and moderate rates of acceleration and deceleration, which can make an ..."

3. Ageing and Transport: Mobility Needs and Safety Issues by Oecd (2001)
"Possible developments include navigational aids, in-vehicle collision warning systems, vision enhancement facilities and intelligent cruise control. ..."

4. Key Issues for Transport Beyond 2000: Introductory Reports and Summary of by Ecmt (2002)
"For driver assistance and co-operative driving systems and their major functions of Intelligent cruise control (ICC), Co-operative Detection and Ranging ..."

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