air suspension

noun

: a method of vehicle suspension that uses pressurized air instead of metal springs compare air spring

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Keeping this Armada between the lines was easier than previous generations allowed thanks to a slightly firmer suspension (as equipped, with an air suspension in the Platinum Reserve and PRO-4X models) and a more connected overall feel to the vehicle. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024 Hammering the brakes to dial back the speed similarly never upsets the chassis, which on our test vehicle featured the Dynamic Handling Pack that adds triple-chamber air suspension and rear-wheel steering. Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024 That air suspension also makes egress less of a hop for those of us that are vertically challenged. Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024 This driveline comes with hill launch assist, low traction launch, electronic air suspension, adaptive driving dynamics, electric power assisted all wheel steering, and a set of 21″ alloy wheels with tire repair. Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for air suspension 

Word History

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of air suspension was in 1910

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“Air suspension.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/air%20suspension. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.

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