Ride the clutch

Verb

Definitions

1.VerbTo slip the clutch (of a manual transmission) excessively, such that its working life will be shortened; especially, to keep one's foot or hand on the clutch pedal or lever even when no slipping of the clutch is needed.

Synonyms

pedal freewheel trip take brake bump start catch choke clutch pedal clutching double-declutch friction clutch

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