underdrive

adj, verb — 2 senses

underdrive

adj

Etymology From under- + drive.

1

Designed to turn at a slower speed than stock.

Of a crankshaft or accessory pulley

underdrive

verb

Etymology From under- + drive.

1

To slow the rate of rotation in (a pulley-based system).

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