spare tire
The term "spare tire" can refer to either an additional tire kept in a vehicle for emergencies or excess fat around the waist in informal contexts.
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Definition
B1Automotive
(technical)An additional tire stored in a vehicle for use in emergencies, such as when another tire becomes flat or damaged.
Example
- Make sure to check the pressure of your spare tire before a long trip.
- He had to use his spare tire after running over a nail.
B2Informal
(informal)Excess fat accumulated around the waist.
Example
- After the holidays, I noticed I had developed a bit of a spare tire.
- He decided to start exercising to get rid of his spare tire.
Similar
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