[x-raying machine] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon} Speed detection device by radar used by the police. * /The smokies are using the x-raying machine under the bridge!/ A Dictionary of American Idioms

double nickel

[double nickel] {adv.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon} The nationally enforced speed limit on some highways - 55 MPH. * /We'd better go double nickel on this stretch, partner; there's […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

Learn English with Pictures and Video

This is how it works: Select a topic videoLearn new words through picturesWatch them come to life through videoTest what you've learned at the end through a video quiz Here […] EnglishClass101

bear trap

[bear trap] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon} A police radar unit designed to catch speeders. * /Watch the bear trap at exit 101./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

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