DOWNSHIFT


Meaning of DOWNSHIFT in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ intransitive verb

Etymology: down (II) + shift, v.

: to shift an automotive vehicle into a lower gear

downshift into low or second gear

II. noun

: a shift into a lower automotive gear

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