noun
- the loss of traction that occurs when a vehicle’s tires lose contact with the road surface due to a layer of water
- a water sport involving being pulled behind a motorboat while standing on a board
Usage: automotive
Usage: water sports
verb
- to lose traction while driving due to water on the road surface
Usage: automotive
Examples
- The car started aquaplaning on the wet highway during the storm.
- Aquaplaning can be dangerous, especially at high speeds.
- She reduced her speed to avoid aquaplaning on the flooded road.
- The driver lost control when the vehicle began aquaplaning.
- Aquaplaning is a popular water sport at the lake resort.
- He tried aquaplaning for the first time during his vacation.
- The boat pulled her along as she balanced on the aquaplaning board.