Brodie knobs

A form of Brodie knob — A knob attached to the steering wheel of a motor vehicle or tractor, especially before the widespread availability of power steering, helping the driver steer with one arm, especially when the steering effort is hardest (for example, while backing up with a trailer and the vehicle is nearly stationary).

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Brodie knob
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