oversteer — English Dictionary

Noun

1. The condition in which the rear wheels of a car don't follow the desired curve while cornering, the rear wheels losing a degree of traction and so skidding off the required line into a spin.

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Verb

1. To lose the control of one's vehicle in a corner due to rear wheels sliding and not following the front wheels

2. To steer a vehicle too far in one direction.

Noun

1. when a car turns (steers) by more than (over) the amount commanded by the driver.

   Broader terms

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