Meaning of the word "all-wheel drive" in English

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all-wheel drive

US /ˌɔːl.wiːl ˈdraɪv/
UK /ˌɔːl.wiːl ˈdraɪv/
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Noun

1.

a system in a vehicle by which power is supplied to all the wheels, not just two of them, so that the vehicle can travel easily over difficult ground

Example:
The new SUV comes with optional all-wheel drive for better traction.
All-wheel drive vehicles are often preferred in snowy conditions.
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