preselector

noun — 2 senses

preselector

noun

Etymology From pre- + selector.

1

Any of various radio switching or filtering devices.

2

Automotive, Transport, Vehicles A manual gearbox designed so that the manual shift lever preselects the next gear to be used and a separate pedal is used to engage it, without needing to work a manual clutch.

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