cruise control

noun

: a device in a vehicle that a driver turns on to make the vehicle continue at whatever speed the driver has chosen

: a relaxed pace that does not require a lot of effort

Full Definition of CRUISE CONTROL

: an electronic device in a vehicle that controls the throttle so as to maintain a constant speed

: a relaxed and seemingly automatic pace that is easily maintained

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1960

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