drag coefficient

noun

: a factor representing the drag acting on a body (such as an automobile or airfoil)

Examples of drag coefficient in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The company claims a drag coefficient as low as 0.39, not far off Tesla's claim of 0.34 for the Cybertruck and quite closely matched to the 0.384 from independent Cybertruck testing. —

New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024 The Air’s sleek exterior styling yields a very low drag coefficient of 0.197, minimizing wind resistance that saps fuel economy. —

Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2024 Evan Williams The Air is the most aerodynamic car on sale, with a drag coefficient of just 0.197. —

Evan Williams, Ars Technica, 18 July 2024 According to the spec sheet, this is the most aerodynamic vehicle ever to wear the Jeep badge, albeit with a drag coefficient of 0.29 that's merely average when compared to other electric SUVs. —

Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 31 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for drag coefficient

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Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of drag coefficient was in 1916

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“Drag coefficient.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drag%20coefficient. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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