Decelerator
Pronunciation: /ˈdeɪˈsɛɫˈɝˈɑtɔɹ/
Decelerator (noun)
- A device that slows a vehicle by reducing its speed over time.
- A system that reduces a rocket’s speed by lowering thrust or using controlled resistance.
Examples
- The decelerator reduces the vehicle speed smoothly.
- A decelerator helps control speed on steep roads.