toe-in

[ toh-in ]

noun

1. the slight forward convergence given to the front wheels of an automobile to improve steering qualities.

toe-in

noun

1. a slight forward convergence given to the wheels of motor vehicles to improve steering and equalize tyre wear

Word History and Origins

Origin of toe-in¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

The advanced composite wheel is stronger, faster and lighter but also three times stiffer than previous designs, reducing a force known as "toe-in" - where the wheel bends inwards.

From BBC

An' down th' middle of th' street Th' sheriff comes on toe-in feet, A-wishing for one fretful peek At Whiskey Bill.

From Project Gutenberg

“To compete, to battle, to toe-in and to brace and to move forward and not to give an inch,” Charleston Southern coach Jay Mills said.

From Washington Post