skidplate

Etymology

From skid + plate.

skidplate means A metal plate affixed to the underside of a vehicle to prevent damage to key components in the undercarriage. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 80 out of 100.

noun

A metal plate affixed to the underside of a vehicle to prevent damage to key components in the undercarriage.“But with exposed running boards and little skidplate protection under the body, serious off-roading can have expensive consequences.”