ground clearance

noun

Meaning

The shortest distance between a level surface, and any part (other than tires or equivalent) of the underside of a vehicle standing on that surface.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

ride height(English)ground effect(English)ground-effect vehicle(English)terrain(English)ground-effect machine(English)roadholding(English)absolute altitude(English)groundcrew(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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