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leadfoot

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • /ˈlɛd.fʊt/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

One who drives quickly or without subtlety, one who often engages in and/or is fond of slamming and flooring the accelerator often.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The leadfoot screeched to a stop inches from the tree.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A driver who does not compensate the throttle position of the vehicle for road conditions or terrain, invariably slowing down while going uphill and speeding up while going downhill.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Out of the way, leadfoot!

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From lead (“a heavy metal”) + foot.