air dam

noun Automotive.

a spoiler mounted at the front of an automobile to reduce air flow on the underside of the chassis to increase stability.

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Origin:
1970–75

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air dam

—n
	any device, such as a spoiler, that reduces air resistance and increases the stability of a car, aircraft, etc

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