Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
throttle-back
verb
/ˈθrɒt.əl bæk/
Definition
To reduce the power or speed of a vehicle or engine.
Examples
- As we approached the curve, the driver had to throttle-back to maintain control of the car.
- To save fuel, the pilot decided to throttle back the engine during the flight.
- When the storm hit, we had to throttle back on our speed to navigate safely.
Meaning
Throttle-back is used to refer to the action of decreasing the acceleration or power output of an engine, often for safety or efficiency reasons.
Synonyms
- reduce
- decelerate
- slow down
