Meaning of the word "burn rubber" in English
What does "burn rubber" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
burn rubber
US /bɜrn ˈrʌbər/
UK /bɜːn ˈrʌbər/
Idiom
to accelerate a vehicle so rapidly that its tires spin and smoke, often done to show off or to start quickly
Example:
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The drag racer revved his engine and then proceeded to burn rubber down the track.
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He hit the gas and burned rubber as he sped away from the traffic light.
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