English Explanatory Dictionary

ride the clutch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To slip the clutch (of a manual transmission) excessively, such that its working life will be shortened; especially, to keep one's foot or hand on the clutch pedal or lever even when no slipping of the clutch is needed.

Word forms

ride the clutch rides the clutch riding the clutch rode the clutch ridden the clutch

Related words

ride the brakes
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